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Guide to plumber compliance covering licensing, standards, certificates and obligations to ensure safe, lawful plumbing work in Victoria.
BPC Design Documentation Practice Guide for Class 2 buildings, supporting clearer documentation, fewer defects and stronger collaboration across the building industry.
AS 4575 sets the mandatory requirements for servicing Type A gas appliances in Victoria, including compliance standards, licensing, and detailed record‑keeping obligations for gasfitters. It also outlines updated 2026 regulations for submitting
Practice note on Direction to Fix building works outlining requirements, process and compliance actions to address non‑compliant construction.
Learn what essential safety measures are required for Victorian buildings, who is responsible, inspection obligations, and how to maintain compliance to keep occupants safe.
Code of Conduct for Building Surveyors in Victoria outlining legal obligations, core principles, standards, and disciplinary requirements under the Building Act.
Learn about the BPC’s powers, principles, and regulatory tools for building remediation in Victoria, including rectification orders, dispute resolution, and home warranty insurance pathways.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
Victorian Building Authority Proactive Inspections Program Q4 2020 to 2021 report covering building and plumbing inspections, compliance risks, enforcement outcomes, case studies, and regulatory findings across Victoria.
Read the VBA’s 2023 to 2024 Proactive Inspections Program report, featuring 7,750 building and plumbing inspections, key compliance findings, enforcement actions, and industry safety insights across Victoria.