Codes, Standards & Regulations
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Solving a toxic problem
Hazardous solvents are regularly used in the plumbing industry yet can cause serious damage if handled incorrectly. Simeon Barut outlines some appropriate measures to minimise the risks. It’s ... -
Going with the flow
WELS has had a significant impact on the plumbing supply sector, but is it enough to ensure ongoing compliance with standards? Terry Nguyen reports. The Water ... -
MPAQ advises of misinformation delivered to the public
The Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) has released a statement in regards to comments regarding plumbers made by Nine News on 12 March 2018. The comments ... -
NDIS is an opportunity for all
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is being rolled out across Australia, representing a multibillion-dollar business opportunity for contractors to begin operating in the disability space. ... -
NCC 2019 Public Comment Draft open for feedback
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has announced that the consultation period for proposed changes for the National Construction Code (NCC) 2019 is now open. The NCC 2019 Public Comment ... -
AS/NZS 3500 Series update
Standards Australia is the nation’s peak non-government standards organisation with a long lasting commitment to the development of Standards in the Water and Waste Services sector. ... -
Australian manufacturer of pre-fabricated bathroom pods offers WaterMark certification on all products
The popularity of pre-fabricated bathroom pods is on the rise in multi-residential and commercial applications. And while offshore-built pods have caused concern within the industry, one ... -
Participation, Practices, Products and Protection: The four pillars of plumbing
The World Plumbing Day event at PICAC has become a key date for the Victorian plumbing industry to come together and celebrate plumbing’s contribution to society. ... -
WaterMark Point of Sale discussion paper released
By Jeff Patchell. The ABCB has released a 28-page discussion paper that outlines the pros and cons for change in regards to regulation being aligned with ... -
Rules, what rules? Amazon puts itself above Australian law
Amazon Australia appears to be off to a rocky start with the Australian plumbing sector and the law of our land. Sure, it might have sales ...
