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This is a presentation on the key changes in the NCC of 2022 that effect plumbing work in Victoria and offers references to support compliance.
Plumbing Regulations 2018 definitions outlining categories and scope of plumbing work for compliance and licensing.
Read the VBA Compliance and Enforcement Report July to December 2023, covering complaints, investigations, disciplinary actions and prosecutions across Victoria’s building and plumbing industries.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
Mechanical Services (Medical Gases) audit checklist for compliance and performance. Used by the BPC to assess installation, safety and adherence to relevant standards and requirements.
Official Ministerial guideline outlining fees for building surveying services in Victoria, including how fees are set, disclosed and varied under the building act.
Drainage (Below Ground Stormwater) audit checklist for compliance and performance. Used by the BPC to assess installation quality, drainage systems and adherence to relevant standards and requirements.
Gazetted units of competency – Refrigerated air-conditioning work | Building and Plumbing Commission
Units of competency for refrigerated air‑conditioning work outlining required training and qualifications for registration and compliance.
Learn Victorian smoke alarm requirements, installation, testing and maintenance. Find who is responsible, when alarms are required, and how to keep your home compliant.
Statement of Expectations progress report outlining VBA performance and actions to 30 June 2020, supporting accountability and transparency.