Go to BPC Homepage Go to BPC Homepage

Log in

Plumber registration, licensing and compliance

Information for plumbers

  • Technician adjusting a wall-mounted control unit while holding a clipboard.

    Plumber classes and categories

    Find information for each plumber class and category, outlining licensing types, work scopes and requirements for compliant plumbing practice in Victoria.
    Plumber classes and categories
  • Contractor reviewing a checklist on a clipboard with a resident, who is standing beside them and looking at the document, in a kitchen.

    Delivering a safe and compliant plumbing

    Learn how to deliver a safe and compliant plumbing work covering regulations, responsibilities and best practices for quality plumbing outcomes in Victoria.
    Delivering safe and compliant plumbing
  • Inspector wearing an orange high-visibility vest marked “BPC” observing a modern residential house from the driveway.

    Inspections and audits

    Understand our inspection and audit approach covering compliance checks, risk-based monitoring and enforcement processes for plumbing standards in Victoria.
    Inspections and audits
  • Person walking up a driveway toward a modern two-storey house with a double garage, featuring a brick and rendered exterior, large windows, and landscaped greenery.

    Plumber insurance requirements

    Licensed plumbers in Victoria can find the essential insurance requirements needed to issue or renew a plumbing licence.
    Plumber insurance requirements
  • Close-up of a person wearing a high-visibility orange safety vest, holding a pen and reviewing documents on a desk while typing on a laptop in an indoor workspace.

    Plumbing exams

    For each class of plumbing work, you are required to complete a BPC exam. There are exams at both registration and licence level.
    Plumbing exams

Industry update

New lead-free plumbing product requirements

From 1 May 2026, all plumbing products installed by plumbing practitioners that contain copper alloy that are in contact with drinking water must comply with new lead-free requirements. 

A pair of hand turning on a tap and feeling the water

Plumber resources

  • Approved plumbing products

    An overview of Victoria's regulatory requirements for plumbing and gas products, including the mandatory WaterMark Certification Scheme and gas appliance safety regulations.
    Learn more

  • Safety guides

    Essential safety guides, testing procedures, and compliance requirements for plumbers, gasfitters and other plumbing disciplines.
    Find out more

  • Practitioner Education Series (PES)

    View past webinars, presentation slides, and videos from the Practitioner Education Series to help Victorian building and plumbing professionals maintain compliance.
    Learn more

  • Office of the State Building Surveyor

    OSBS serves as the primary statutory authority for technical expertise in the building and plumbing industries, providing regulatory oversight, monitoring surveyor performance, and offering strategic advice.
    Find out more

  • Plumbing practice notes

    Use these guidance documents to understand how building and plumbing legislation, regulations, and technical standards should be applied in practice.
    Browse practice notes

  • Updated plumbing and drainage standards (AS/NZS 3500 series)

    Key updates in the plumbing and drainage standards, including compliance deadlines for Victoria and educational videos detailing the major changes across water, sanitary, stormwater, and heated water services.
    Find out more

  • Minsterial orders

    The Minister for Housing and Building may publish Ministerial Orders that building and plumbing practitioners are required to comply with.
    Read more

  • Search the register

    The register records disciplinary action taken against registered building and plumbing industry practitioners and building companies in Victoria.
    Browse the register

  • Industry updates

    Information about updates to the Building Regulations, Building Code of Australia and Legislation.
    Find out more

We’re here to support you

Last updated 30 June 2026
Was this page helpful?
Your rating will help us improve our website.