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An adjudication response under Victoria's Security of Payment (SOP) Act allows respondents to reply to a claim, provided they have already served a valid payment or performance security schedule. This guide details the essential information, strict
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Outlining the updated AS/NZS 3500:2025 plumbing and drainage standards, which replaced the 2021 version and applies to all plumbing work from 20 October 2025. It explains key changes across water, sanitary, stormwater and heated water systems to
Created: 30 Jun 2026
This outlines the legal recourses available under Victoria's SOP Act when a respondent fails to properly respond to or release a performance security claim. Construction claimants can choose to either apply for formal adjudication or initiate court
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Under the Victoria Security of Payment (SOP) Act, recipients of a construction payment claim must either pay the full amount by the due date or provide a detailed payment schedule within 10 business days. Failure to respond or pay on time allows the
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Mechanical services (restricted to single head split systems) covers the installation, commissioning, and incidental design of air-conditioning units. Practitioners must meet licensing requirements, compliance standards, and relevant experience to
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Find the permitted assessment reference materials for Victorian plumbing licence and registration exams, including required Acts, National Construction Code (NCC), and Australian Standards by plumbing class. Learn what materials you can use during
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Fire protection (restricted to routine servicing of fire hose reels) covers the inspection, testing, and maintenance of hose reels to ensure compliance with safety standards. Practitioners must meet specific training, experience, and licensing
Created: 30 Jun 2026
This is a guide on how to handle a performance security claim in Victoria under the Security of Payment (SOP) Act. It outlines key requirements, strict 10-business-day deadlines for serving a performance security schedule, and the legal consequences
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Fire protection (restricted to routine servicing of unpumped hydrants and valves) covers the inspection, testing, and maintenance of hydrant systems to ensure compliance with safety standards. Practitioners must meet specific training, experience,
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Refrigerated air-conditioning (restricted to split system heat pump water heaters) covers the installation and commissioning of systems using refrigerant pipework for water heating. Practitioners must meet specific licensing, accreditation, and
Created: 30 Jun 2026