Construction (residential & commercial) compliance in Western Australia
Federal + WA-specific compliance obligations for construction (residential & commercial) businesses operating in Western Australia.
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Total obligations
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WA-specific
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WA regulators
Federal obligations also applicable
Asbestos management — workplace + dwelling rules (state)
Asbestos work requires licensed asbestos removalist + asbestos management plan.
Building work — comply with National Construction Code (NCC)
Buildings must comply with NCC (incorporating BCA + plumbing).
Hold a Construction Induction (White Card) before construction site work
All construction site workers must have completed nationally recognised induction training (CPCWHS1001).
Comply with the respirable crystalline silica workplace exposure limit (0.05 mg/m³)
From 1 December 2026 the 0.05 mg/m³ silica standard becomes a legally binding workplace exposure limit (WEL).
Comply with Heavy Vehicle Chain of Responsibility (CoR)
Every party in the heavy vehicle supply chain has a positive duty under HVNL.
Hold a High Risk Work Licence for HRWL classes
Forklift, crane, scaffolding, dogging, rigging, EWP and other high-risk work requires a HRWL.
Lodge Subcontractor Statement (NSW + QLD)
Principal contractors must obtain Subcontractor Statements before paying subcontractors over threshold.
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