The ETU has launched a Federal Court challenge to the construction watchdog's power to assess whether enterprise agreements comply with the 2013 construction code.
The union argues the FWBC is abusing its power by rejecting valid workplace agreements reached between construction workers and their employers.
It is the first test of the FWBCs power to review proposed agreements, a... MORE
Registrations are NOW OPEN for the Australian Building Codes Board's (ABCB) 2017 NCC Information Seminars.
Following the introduction of the three year amendment cycle, the ABCB will be undertaking presentations in all capital cities specifically designed for the practical application, clarification and understanding of the Building Code of Australia.
The series... MORE
Access Canberra Electrical Inspections has advised that a policy guideline on the requirements of smoke detectors for Battery Storage systems has been published on its website.
The purpose of this guideline is to provide examples to the installers of Battery Storage systems on their obligations to install smoke detectors for these types of installations and how to be complaint to AS/... MORE
Access Canberra Electrical Inspections has advised that from 14 November 2016 new Photovoltaic (PV) installation that are zero export, do not need an electrical inspection before they are connected to the electrical installation. A Certificate of Electrical Safety (CES) under the category of “New Work” is still required to be submitted within 14 days.
The electrical note is published on... MORE
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is urging small businesses (with 19 or less employees) to prepare for SuperStream, with the compliance deadline due last week on 28 October 2016 and a quarter of small business still at risking of non-compliance.
In an ATO Media Release published on 17 October 2016, the ATOs Assistant Commissioner, Nicole Dykstra outlined that the... MORE
General Cable Corporation has announced that its remaining offices in Australia will close on 25 November 2016 , with ongoing sales in this market to be managed from the company’s regional headquarters in New Zealand.
The company announced the forthcoming closure of its Australian sales and support offices in July 2016.
General Cable, headquartered in Kentucky, USA, is a leader... MORE
The 2017 National Construction Code (NCC) Information Seminars will include presentations from the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB), Standards Australia and your local administration.
The BCA information session is a half day program dedicated to the use and application of the BCA. Registrants will also hear information on fire safety in high rise buildings, product certification... MORE
With Summer just around the corner, now is a good time to ensure that your household appliances are in good working order. It’s also important to check that they’re compliant with Australian Standards. If you’re in any doubt, let a licensed electrician have a look, prior to installation.
NECA suggests the following seven electrical safety checks this summer:
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The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is urging small businesses (with 19 or less employees) to prepare for SuperStream, with the compliance deadline due at the end of is week on 28 October 2016 and a quarter of small business still at risking of non-compliance.
In an ATO Media Release published last week on 17 October 2016, the ATOs... MORE
