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…Brokers team on (02) 6175 5975 or email lngo@mbib.com.au.
WorkSafe ACT also raised a concern about the ratio of apprentice to tradesperson, with too many apprentices assigned per tradesperson.
You can read more about these concerns and where…
…to ensure that the new silica dust regulations are being complied with and we have had reports that several penalties and improvement notices have been issued against companies for failure to comply with the WHS legislation.
If you have…
Members are reminded that a company or partnership that holds a building licence must have a written record of policies and procedures for effectively managing and supervising the nominee and the corporation’s or partnership’s obligations under the licence, including
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…a valid variation is issued. This means builders must comply with the process and requirements for issuing variation notices that are set out in the variation clause.
Failure to comply with the administrative requirements of the contract might result…
Over the last few weeks, the IR and Legal Team have fielded a number of calls relating to building contracts and the challenges associated with tricky clients.
Members are encouraged to ensure that they comply with their
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All companies and partnerships that hold a building licence are reminded that they are required to comply with sections 28(2)(d) and 28(3)(f) of the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004, from 9 June 2020.
This means that all corporations
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Members are reminded to comply with their obligations under the contract during the course of the construction period, in particular, when claiming a variation under the contract.
It is important for the builder to identify any work that
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In a recent case the Fair Work Commission (FWC) compensated an employee who was dismissed for threatening a co-worker, finding that the employer failed to act on his prior complaints about the colleague trying to fight him in the
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…(BOOT) a Statement of principles on genuine agreement changes to multi-enterprise agreements
On commencement of the new provisions, the Fair Work Commission will apply different tests when approving enterprise agreements. Which tests apply will depend on when you started
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…your ideas on the MBA’s submission or would like to be involved in reviewing a draft of the MBA’s submission is encouraged to contact Michael Hopkins on canberra@mba.org.au.
Further information is available at the Legislative Assembly web site https://www.parliament.act.gov.au/parliamentary-business/in-committees/committees/egee/inquiry-into-the-future-of-the-working-week
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…necessarily offset overtime rates and associated allowances. By understanding these overtime and penalty rate provisions, employers can ensure compliance with the Award and properly compensate their employees for the hours worked beyond ordinary time.
Need more?
If you…
…for a permitted visit if they’re investigating a suspected breach of the Fair Work Act or a related instrument. These certificates are issued by the Fair Work Commission (the Commission).
Unions can apply for an exemption certificate from the…
…Commissioner has achieved in a short period of time to make a lasting improvement to building quality in NSW.
David Chandler was the NSW’s first Building Commissioner. Last month he announced his resignation after three years in the role….
…completion of the course.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Date: Please see training dates below Location: ACT training will be facilitated at 1 Iron Knob St Fyshwick ACT 2609, South Coast training will be facilitated at Unit 15 – 16…
…contractors who have tendered for Commonwealth funded building work since the 2nd of December 2016.
It does not impose requirements on contractors who have not tendered for Commonwealth funded work.
It does not impose requirements directly on to…
…Organising a company activity or event for downtime and morale building (such as a footy, tennis or cricket match, company BBQ, cooking competition, staff lunch or a day on the green) Having one-on-one conversations with workers Organising a Tradie’s Tune-Up…
…of the employee stood, Fair Work Commissioner McKinnon found gaping holes in the practices of Highland Pine when they were reviewed against the positive duty requirements imposed on employers to prevent sexual harassment.
Commissioner McKinnon warned a mindset of…
…long trousers and long sleeve shirts or overalls English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment to be completed prior to confirmation of your enrolment CONTENT Identify a confined space and…
…in the Super3 V8 Touring Car Series, the third tier of national V8 Supercar competition and in 2019, she was appointed as an ambassador for Dare to be Different, an international organisation committed to inspiring, connecting and showcasing female talent…
…an Evoenergy asset or network (outside the safe approach distance) are not required to be ‘Instructed Persons’. A business must become an ‘accredited company’ by completing the online application process if they employ people who will need to be ‘Instructed…
…refundable to eligible applicants through the ACT Building and Construction Industry Training Fund. MBA Group Training will apply for this refund on your behalf on successful completion of the course.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is delivered and assessed by…
As of 10 September 2021, some legislative changes were enacted in response to the Australian Human Rights Commission’s (the Commission), Respect@Work Report. The report detailed the Commissions inquiry into sexual harassment in Australian workplaces. The overarching aim of these
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…industry in the next four and a half years to meet forecast growth and replacement. 200,000 of these workers will be in the trades, with current apprentice completion rates below 60 per cent, around 350,000 apprentices will need to commence…
…devastating impact on demand for new residential building activity. We will be increasing our public communication to ensure that the home and property owners are confident that domestic building activity can occur in compliance with government rules around slowing the…
…twice, you will find it easy, and you will have added a heap of good level of security to your private accounts.
For more information contact Omni IT:
Ph: (02) 6230 3839
Email: support@omniit.com.au
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…other projects which were due for commencement this year have had tender timeframes extended, leaving many local contractors in limbo about where their next job will be coming from.â€Â
“Spending by the ACT Government on infrastructure projects has been…
…engaged by a hydraulics company had its email account hacked the day before an invoice was issued to the hydraulics company. This resulted in the hydraulics company receiving an email advising the bank details of the Canberra equipment hire company…
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This is a two-part session broken into:
An information presentation followed by; A selection session for eligible individuals.
To book a place and check your eligibility, please contact Shayla at Ginninderry on 1800 316 900 or email spark@ginninderry.com
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…a delayed commencement date. We have recently written to the Minister (with the HIA) asking for:
commencement to be delayed to 1 January 2024 commencement to be aligned with the Territory Plan implementation to include a provision for projects which…
…down the track won’t create jobs, the immediate commencement of construction projects is what creates jobs,†he said.
Mr Hopkins said, “The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that for every $1 invested in new housing construction, $3 of activity…
…outside of the development approval process resulting in an un-integrated assessment process.
We welcome the delayed commencement for the new legislation, which means it will come into effect on 1 January 2024. This will allow time for the Government…
…complex planning system, complicated procurement system and lack of forward infrastructure planning, means the biggest constraint to fast tracking infrastructure delivery is the ACT Government itself,†he said.
Mr Hopkins said, “Without urgent reform of the procurement system, including…
…and/or commence action for the recovery of the monies, particularly if there has been no communication or commitment to pay.
There are also mandatory reporting obligations for delayed or disputed payments under the 2016 Building Code. For further information…
The NSW SafeWork Regulator has recently accepted several substantial proposed undertakings by a commercial company following an injury on site, in lieu of prosecuting the company.
During September 2019 a commercial construction company (‘the Builder’) received notice from
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…in the infrastructure pipeline which is causing many local businesses to be anxious about where the next job is coming from.â€Â
“The ACT Government has so far failed to announce a four year infrastructure plan or commit to the…
Since 2014, Master Builders ACT has provided industry comment to the ACT Government on the Mr Fluffy project, through our participation on the Community Expert Reference Group (CERG).
A key recommendation put forward by impacted community members who
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…decisions around health and safety.
Some of these apps and websites include;
AirMatters
AirRater
AirVisual
Q: What health effects is the bushfire…
…Wendy Strathdee fined CCP Remedial Pty Ltd $93,750, plus $32,000 in costs. In December last year, Judge Strathdee fined Macfin $150,000, finding it breached its primary duty of care in failing to require CCP to install adequate edge protection like…
…can apply to the Fair Work Commission for an order to stop the sexual harassment. Importantly, orders can be made following a single occurrence.
Further information is available here. If you have any questions, please contact the Member Services…
…new provisions will not apply to the majority of vacant blocks in greenfield estates.
Further details are available on the following web pages:
Territory Plan variations approved or withdrawn since 31 March 2008
Variation 369: Living Infrastructure
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Help Provide a Wonderful Christmas for Canberrans in Need
Master Builders ACT is again running our Communities@Work Christmas Appeal, for much needed donations for local families.
Many families and children were struggling before the recent COVID-19 lockdown, which
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…Certification: Participants will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon completion for units completed.
COST
Member: $3200*
Non-Member: $3800*
* Training Fund Authority rebate applies for eligible learners upon completion of the qualification
REQUIREMENTS…
If you are a Secure Local Jobs Code certified company and you are either thinking about commencing bargaining for a new enterprise agreement or about to commence a new round of bargaining, you are required to:
invite the employees…
…commence on 11 March 2024. The two main amendments are the removal of “reference date” and the payment terms has been improved to facilitate faster payment.
Removal of reference date
The previous SOPA provision requires that a…
…certified entities with information about completing your LRTWE. The information session will go through each of the sections of the LRTWE plan and give you useful information as well as some basic examples of how to complete your plan. There…
WorkSafe ACT is carrying out inspections on construction sites to ensure PCBUs are complying with the new silica dust regulations. Prohibition and infringement notices have been issued to PCBUs who are non-compliant.
Members are reminded that the cutting
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…for practical completion. To assist, we have a template available which can be completed and issued to your client/s to remedy the ambiguity.
The updated version of the ACT Lump Sum Residential Building Contract is now available through eDocs…
…Members can find the relevant application forms to the Fair Work Commission here.
If you have any questions in respect of the use of Fixed Term Contracts, please contact our Workplace Relations and Legal Team on (02) 6175 5900.
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…exposure standard for welding fumes is available on the SWA website and can be found here.
Need assistance?
The MBA Workplace Relations and Legal team can assist you and provide you with guidance on how to comply with…
…are some transition periods provided for specific provisions and these are:
Commencing 1 October 2023 – New livable housing requirements and new energy efficiency and condensation mitigation requirements. Commencing 1 September 2025 – new low lead in plumbing product requirements….
…order for a HSR to have the powers prescribed in the legislation, they must undertake the 5-day HSR training and update this training with annual refreshers. For further information on health and safety representatives and committees visit Worksafe ACT or…
Whilst the ACT has moved to Step 3.2 of Canberra’s Recovery Plan Easing of Restrictions Roadmap from 9am on Friday 9 October 2020, Members are reminded to not become complacent when it comes to your COVID-19 safe plans.
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…eligible applicants through the ACT Building and Construction Industry Training Fund. MBA Group Training will apply for this refund on your behalf on successful completion of the course. *Cost does not cover the application fee for a High Risk Work…
…the correct level of entitlements for your employees and comply with the relevant industrial instruments.
Failure to pay wages and entitlements in accordance with the applicable Award or enterprise agreement can result in significant penalties for employers and other…
…the number of workplace visits the number of infringement, prohibition and improvement notices issued and the key breaches they were issued against workers’ compensation activities, and labour hire licensing activities.
READ THE COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT DATA SNAPSHOT FOR MARCH.
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…information about completing your LRTWE. The information session will go through each of the sections of the LRTWE plan and give you useful information as well as some basic examples of how to complete your plan. There will also be…
…the number of workplace visits the number of infringement, prohibition and improvement notices issued and the key breaches they were issued against workers’ compensation activities, and labour hire licensing activities.
READ THE COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT DATA SNAPSHOT FOR APRIL.
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The Secure Local Jobs Code (SLJC) Branch is continuing to offer training sessions to assist you in completing your Labour Relations Training and Workplace Equity plan (LRTWE).
What to expect
The session is scheduled for one hour
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…out the high risk construction work (and their representatives) before the commencement of any ‘high risk construction work’.
Click here to view the information on the WorkSafe ACT website.
A PRACTICAL EXAMPLE – SafeWork NSW member alert: https://www.mbansw.asn.au/system/files/2021-03/07_of_2021_3_March.pdf
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…successful completion of the course.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Training dates: See training dates below Duration: 12 hours or 1.5 days Delivery: Face-to-face Location: Queanbeyan Roos Club, 33 Stuart Street, Queanbeyan NSW 2620
COST
Member: $235 (after rebate) $560 (without…
The Master Builders and The Village Building Company Annual Dinner is a celebration of longstanding Master Builders ACT members. This dinner will also celebrate the second year of the John Haskins AM Memorial Award, bestowed upon a deserving member
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…on successful completion of the course.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Date: See Training Dates Location: The Roos Club, 33 Stuart St, Queanbeyan NSW 2620 Delivery: Face-to-Face Duration: 12 hours or 1.5 days
COST
Member: $295 (after rebate) $620 (without rebate)
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…respective companies.
The Obligations
Under the Act all employers are required to keep accurate, legible, and complete records for all employees and issue pay slips to each employee. These records are not to be altered, false or misleading…
…threshold test of protecting and creating jobs.
We welcome the Federal Government’s announcement that it will extend IR flexibility until at least 28 March 2021 and to make them available to businesses which come off JobKeeper over the coming…
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Set clear performance expectations of your employees and ensure these are communicated. Keep employees updated on how they are performing on a regular basis so any issues can be resolved upfront in a timely manner. Open and honest communication
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…to be completed this year, please ensure that applications for Provisional Certificate of Operation for completed works are submitted no later than 27 November 2020.
We understand this notice has come with very short notice and may…
…COVID-19 pandemic. The determination amends the prescribed process for executing documents under s127 of the CA, by allowing for the electronic execution of documents by companies and for the split execution of documents by company officers.
The…
…also found:
the PCBU had not completed any SWMS prior to the commencement of the works. The Mikita saw being used had been modified and was faulty. The Mikita manual showed a misaligned blade could cause a saw to lift…
…Master Builders ACT:
We train 65% of the ACT’s female carpentry apprentices Our president, Gracie Ferreira, is the first female president of any Master Builders in our 130-year history Females comprise over 30% of our board 75% of the senior…
…the SLJC Team are now offering training sessions to assist Code Certified Entities to complete the LRWTE Plan. The session is scheduled for one hour and will provide you with information about completing your LRTWE plan. They will step through…
…was no valid reason for the dismissal she was not given an opportunity to respond; and the dismissal was harsh, unjust, and unreasonable.
Compensation
The Commission deemed reinstatement inappropriate and awarded the applicant the maximum compensation of 26
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…required to submit a written notice to the regulator at least 5 days before commencing any licensed asbestos removal work.
Failure to adhere to this requirement not only undermines legitimate asbestos removalists but may also indicate broader compliance and…
…risky and complicated process. It is strongly advised that you seek advice before you commence the process and consultation with the potentially affected employees. The Workplace Relations and Legal team are here to help and provide advice to you. The…
The Fair Work Commission is inviting further information from those with knowledge of any non-compliance by Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) officials or representatives. The Commission is seeking further information in relation to any branch of the
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…will have new functions and powers to monitor and assess a company’s compliance with their positive duty including permitting a representative body (such as a union) to initiate proceedings in the federal courts.
Members are encouraged to implement reasonable…
…holder will need to give prior notice of entry Compliance with permit conditions Compliance with reasonable requests; and Non-disclosure of names of workers without consent.
Notice of entry
An entry permit holder must give notice of the
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The line between conduct within and outside the workplace can often be blurry. While an employee’s actions in any part of their life can impact their employer’s reputation, determining when out-of-hours conduct becomes a workplace issue is complex. We
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…completed north and south of the river.
The ACT Government project team would like companies interested in this project to be aware that the JGD3C Development Application (DA) package has been publicly notified on the Environment Planning and Sustainable
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…Building and Construction Industry Training Fund. We will apply for this refund on your behalf on successful completion of the course. * Cost does not cover the application fee for a High Risk Work Licence.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program…
…commencement of NCC 2022 For development approvals granted prior to commencement of NCC 2022 For multi-stage projects, where stage 1 has a building approval prior to commencement of NCC 2022
A copy of our submission can be viewed here.
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…not an alternative to notifying WorkSafe ACT of a health and safety issue in your workplace. If you have a work health and safety concern, you can contact WorkSafe ACT, Report a Workplace Concern or Issue, or Notify WorkSafe ACT.
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…Government’s plan to transition off fossil fuels. The regulation will apply to all residential buildings, commercial land-use zones and community facility zones.
An exemption process will also be in place to provide options for businesses and commercial activities. Exemptions…
…dust exposure; we discussed appropriate control measures through our sector councils and safety committee; and we worked with other MBAs nationally to ensure our industry was addressing this important safety issue. However, the ACT Government’s rush to implement silica regulation…
From 6 June 2023 or an earlier date to be fixed by proclamation, changes to multiple-employer bargaining will come into effect. This means employers and employees can be compelled to multi-employer bargaining. Small businesses will be exempted from multi-employer
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…Workers Compensation legislation?
People who undertake lawful unpaid work are not workers under the Workers Compensation Act 1951 (ACT) and will not be protected by workers’ compensation if they are injured on site. If a person undertaking unpaid…
Master Builders Sector Meetings are an opportunity for MBA Members to meet and discuss issues relevant to their sector. Master Builders will provide an update on the state of the industry and the current advocacy priorities being discussed with
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…the design for the building elements comply with the Building Code of Australia and other applicable requirements. Building elements are defined as internal and external load-bearing components, a component of the building enclosure, waterproofing, fire safety systems, and mechanical, plumbing…
Members are reminded to comply with their obligations under the contract during the course of the construction, in particular, when claiming a variation under the contract. It is important for the builder to identify any work that might be
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