Benefits of the White Card

The white card is the result of the nationally recognised training course for the Building Industry put into place by the Occupational Health & Safety legislation. The white Card is a requirement of Building sites to enhance their safety and is now a requirement for Owner Builder sites in Victoria. The course teaches Owner Builders, who generally are about to …

7 Special Reports – Changes to the Building Act

Why read these reports? BECAUSE, you will learn about: New study guide and e-learning assessment Mandatory contracts Performance audit inspections and much more! Report One – Benefits of White Card Report Two – Certificate of Consent and FREE related Course Report Three – Why you need a Registered Building Practitioner  Report Four – Why Contracts are to your benefit and …

WorkSafe Warning: Residential Construction Injuries a Growing Concern

It may sound like we’re beating a dead horse when we stress the importance of owner builders purchasing a Personal Accident Insurance policy, but believe us when we say that far too many homeowners think “skyscrapers” and “commercial projects” when talking about serious construction injuries. Catastrophic mishaps can and do take place in the home. WorkSafe recently launched a new …

Waterproofing external balconies

Monday November 7 2016 – Article by VBA Recently, the VBA has received a number of complaints involving failed waterproofed balconies resulting in major damage to homes throughout Victoria. The recent wet weather and rain events across Victoria highlight the importance of waterproofing in the building process. There are many reasons why waterproofed balconies may fail, and identifying the cause …

Should you Hire a Draftsman over an Architect, and Vice-Versa

The words “draftsman” and “architect” have become synonymous to the lay man, but for those in-the-know they are hardly one and the same. Both professions play important roles in the Australian building industry, but it’s extremely important to have a solid grasp on what exactly these roles are before you hire either one to work on your project. Learn from history …