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Learn what carbon monoxide is, how it can affect your health, common sources in the home, and practical steps Victorians can take to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Roofing – stormwater work – restricted to class 10A building work | Building and Plumbing Commission
Roofing (stormwater) – restricted to Class 10a buildings covers installing, repairing, and maintaining metal roofing, drainage, and stormwater systems for structures like garages, sheds, and carports only. Practitioners must meet licensing,
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Understand the Building and Plumbing Commission’s (BPC) discipline policy. Learn about practitioner accountability, enforcement principles, disciplinary actions, and review pathways.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Heat pump installations cover the safe and compliant setup of hot water systems, including correct placement, ventilation, and connections. Licensed practitioners must follow regulatory standards, use proper accreditation, and issue compliance
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Guide to WELS scheme covering water efficiency ratings, product labelling and compliance requirements for sustainable plumbing fixtures and appliances in Australia.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
How to make a valid progress payment claim under Victoria's Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002. Detailing eligibility criteria, required timelines for service, and the essential information needed to ensure compliance
Created: 30 Jun 2026
This provides guidance and a sample form for issuing a Section 18A(2) notice under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002, helping claimants notify respondents of their intention to apply for adjudication of a
Created: 30 Jun 2026
This guide explains the typical tasks for building inspector work. If you are asked to an assessment interview, some of your interview questions will be based on this information.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Gifts, benefits and hospitality policy outlining integrity, compliance, and risk-based management requirements for BPC employees to ensure transparency and prevent conflicts of interest.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn about 2026 updates to BAMS BPN application fields from the Building and Plumbing Commission, including new requirements, field changes, and guidance for surveyors using the BAMS portal.
Created: 30 Jun 2026