…be revealed over the coming months, now is the time to invest in the growth of the Nation’s Capital through government initiated projects in order to keep going,†he said.
Mr Hopkins said, “In order to sustain the building…
…can access the following resources:
Getting a Secure Local Jobs Code Certificate Secure Local Jobs Code: A guide to completing you Labour Relations, Training and Workplace Equity Plan 8 obligations For Secure Local Jobs Code Certified Entities
The ACT…
…of time to be valid, the builder must serve a notice on the owner within 5 business days of the delay occurring. The notice must identify the extended Construction Period and the extended Date for Practical Completion.
If you…
…of a sexual incident by using the Sexual Assault Incident Notification Form.
The victims and perpetrators must not be named when filling in the sexual assault incident notification form. Safe Work ACT has advised that this reporting obligation is…
…the case today. Employers now do not have the right to direct employees to take any period of unpaid leave over the designated shutdown period.
What are the rules now?
The Fair Work Commission made determinations…
…be revealed over the coming months, now is the time to invest in the growth of the Nation’s Capital through government initiated projects in order to keep going,†he said.
Mr Hopkins said, “In order to sustain the building…
…can access these Codes of Practice by clicking on the links below:
Sexual and gender-based harassment Code of Practice
Managing Psychosocial Hazards at Work Code of Practice
Need assistance?
The MBA Workplace Relations and Legal…
…with DRAA by COB Friday 10 November 2023. Consolidation Commencement (CC) submissions should be lodged prior to COB Friday 24 November 2023. Soft Landscape Handover (SLH) submissions** should be lodged with DRAA by COB Friday 17 November 2023. Estate Development…
…provides some very informative and useful information and should be used as a general reference source.
For those members wanting to view the build, buy renovate website, click here.
When reading documents on the Build, Buy Renovate website…
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Our call to the ACT Government is simple – we urge Government to reconsider their decision, to immediately reinstate the original funding, and to commit to sustainable and increasing funding for the sector in the next ACT budget.
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/mba_canberra_builder_feb_2018_v4
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…the Territory’s second largest private sector industry,†he said.
Mr Hopkins said, “The MBA made a comprehensive submission to the ACT Government on 14 May with sixteen suggestions of how to support the ACT economy and create jobs…
…includes crush, drill, grind, polish, sand and trim.
A SWMS must be established in consultation with the workers who will be carrying out the silica work before the commencement of the work. A SWMS for cutting crystalline silica material…
https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/mba_canberra_builder_may_2018__v8
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/canberra_building_news_2-2017_e-document
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Changes to the ACT Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2009 (SOPA) commenced on Monday, 11 March 2024. In the past few weeks, we have received numerous queries from members, especially around the question of how these
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From 1 July 2024, the high-income threshold in unfair dismissal cases increased to $175,000 per annum. The high-income threshold was $167,500 in the previous financial year. As a result of the increase, the compensation cap is $ 87,500 for
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…have rescinded the original contract and substituted it with the second contract. However, it is common for parties to have multiple signed documents that form one contract. For instance, the parties may have signed a quotation stipulating the contract sum…
In the first quarter of 2024, WorkSafe ACT was notified of several incidents involving workers handling crystalline silica without having completed the mandatory training. In all 27 infringement notices were issued, 23 of which were issued to PCBUs in
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…Penalty rates;
(d) Allowances; or
(e) Annual leave loading.
When making an IFA, it is crucial that the agreement is made AFTER an individual employee has commenced employment with the employer and that the…
…rights term which cannot be less beneficial than the term contained in the relevant modern award. Existing agreements which have been lodged with the Fair Work Commission for approval do not need to include a delegates’ rights term.
If…
…Removal of the requirement for a union official to hold a federal permit when being invited by a health and safety representative to assist.
The occupier of a site also has obligations to comply with the requirements under the
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The official ABS figures released this week show that Australia’s unemployment rate dropped to 5.5 per cent in April 2021. The current 5.5 per cent unemployment rate compares with 6.4 per cent in April 2020 and the 7.5 per
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From 1 July 2024, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) will have the authority to issue exemption certificates permitting union officials with valid entry permits to enter workplaces or business premises without prior notice.
These exemption certificates apply when:
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In addition to the annual Award wage increase, the Fair Work Commission has handed down the increase to the National Minimum Wage which came into effect from 1 July 2024. This saw the National Minimum Wage increase to $915.90
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…Alternatively, more information relating engineered stone prohibition, exemptions and notification requirements can be found here –
Work Safety Group – Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate (act.gov.au) – The ACT Implementation Factsheet Engineered stone prohibition – Guidance for PCBUs….
…year.
What are some current concerns you have around this, i.e. is this another toilet paper situation?
S. The customers that are coming in genuinely need the materials for immediate projects, we’re not seeing any panic…
This week MBA ACT had Anthony and Joshua from Dulux Paint come and join the JobTrainer Women in Trades Class to discuss painting techniques. They generously supplied the paint, equipment and their expertise to the program participants.
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…Tallagandra Hill Winery where guests enjoyed a wine tasting led by owners David and Mary, and an unbelieve grazing platter.
Thank you to our founding partners of the Women in Construction Group Snedden Hall & Gallop and Harvey Norman…
The Fair Work Commission has handed down its decision today on the national minimum wage. It will increase by 2.5% from 1 July 2021.
A copy of the decision can be located here.
Wage summaries are being
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…came into effect on 20 April 2024.
MBA encourages members to ensure their compliance with their work health and safety responsibilities set out in the WHS Act and the Regulation to provide a safe workplace for your workers and…
In light of recent reports and allegations involving the construction division of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU), the Fair Work Commission (FWC) announced on 30 July 2024 that it is adopting additional measures in relation to
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…business, visit ppsr.gov.au/business-resources.
To complete a $2 organisation grantor search, click here.
Helpful Hint
Many businesses are adjusting their long-term work practices in response to the pandemic. It’s important to maintain good security practices, even if staff have…
…the online form.
If you do not dispose of ACM and contaminated debris properly, you will be prosecuted. If you want to report an incident, you can use the online form available on the WorkSafe ACT website.
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…Act 2011 (ACT) setting out the new penalty amounts.
MBA encourages members to ensure their compliance with their work health and safety responsibilities set out in the WHS Act and the Regulation to provide a safe workplace for your…
From 26 August 2024 section 15AA of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (‘the FWA’) has come into effect and introduces a new ‘ordinary meaning’ for employee and employer.
These changes were introduced in response to the decision
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…Silica Dust Code of Practice 2024
Safely Remove Asbestos Code of Practice 2022
Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice 2022
Need assistance?
The MBA Workplace Relations and Legal team can assist you and provide you with guidance…
Master Builders ACT were proud to have a team involved in the Geocon Stair Chase, which raised $15,000 for Menslink.
The MBA team comprised of:
Geoff Wood- MBA Field Officer Abigail Wakefield – MBA Accounting Assistant Rosie Keech…
…in writing by way of completing WorkSafe ACT’s Notification of Incident Form. Preserve the site where the incident occurred unless certain criteria for disturbance of the site are met.
What does preserving the site mean?
The PCBU or
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…of who ended the employment.
If you are a building and construction company, you and your worker may be covered by the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020 (the Onsite Award). Clause 41 of the Onsite Award provides…
…appropriate percentage of the contract sum for that stage. The Home Building Contract also provides that the stage of works must be completed before it can be claimed.
Similarly, when requesting a deposit, it is important to treat this…
https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/mba_canberra_builder_dec_2017_v5
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/canberra_building_news_3-2017_draf_3_lowres
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/mba_build_web_singles
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…review the statistics from Operation Safe Prospect to date, click here.
MBA ACT continues to remind ALL members that compliance with the Work, Health and Safety legislation is mandatory, not optional. Whilst the issues noted during this campaign…
…person per 2 square metres for outdoors Implementing contact tracing electronic or other (e.g. paper sign in)
To read more about what you can do, click here.
Additional business resources, can be found here.
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…clause of several Modern Awards from 9 April 2024.
You can find these determination at the links below:
If you have queries about this decision…
…for completion of the project and potentially leaving you liable for liquidated damages under the contract.
If you need any advice in relation to contracts, please reach out to our Workplace Relations and Legal Team on (02) 6175 5900.
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Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) (the Act) passed on 11 June 2020.
The Act imposes new obligations on builders for certain buildings. The classes of buildings will be prescribed by the regulations, set to be released
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…Khaira, IR & Legal Adviser Laura McGee, IR & Legal Adviser
Other resources:
Click here to view the Worksafe ACT information – Workplace Right of Entry Obligations Click here to view the ABCC Right of Entry guidance material….
This is a reminder to all members that the updated ACT Managing the Risks of Plant Code of Practice (the ACT Code) comes into effect on Friday 10 May 2024. This updated version of the Code revokes the Work
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…good faith bargaining requirements are not followed, an application can be made to the Fair Work Commission for intervention in the process.
Further information
Its not too late to register for the Member Workshop next Wednesday…
…Claim: under the SOPA, the right to claim payment flows from the service of a valid Payment Claim. Builders and contractors should ensure they comply with the formal requirements when issuing a Payment Claim (such as the requirement to include…
…will be contacted about the time and date of your exam. The exam takes 90 minutes and must be completed in person.
Click here to access the ACT Government Class A, B, C Licence Exam Study Notes
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…provide stronger and more varied support systems for women in the building and construction industry. Click here to view the Women Building Australia launch video.
We also heard about the success of HomeBuilder across Australia, and the important role…
…Importantly, businesses must continue to meet all work health and safety duties, including levels of compliance set out in the code of practice for welding processes which remains in force and is unamended.
Work health and safety (WHS) ministers…
This month we are celebrating women in the construction industry, with March being Women’s History Month and 8 March being International Women’s Day.
To commemorate International Women’s Day, we will be hosting a luncheon on 16 March 2021,
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The Fair Work Commission has published its decision to increase the minimum wages in modern awards by 3.75% effective from 1 July 2024.
These increases will apply from the first full pay period on or after 1 July
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…28 May, Hotel Grand Chancellor
Seminar fees are $160 (Inc. GST) per registration. Credit card surcharges may apply.
Contact information
Email: seminars@thisiscreative.com.au
Phone: (02) 8091 2620
CPD accreditation
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The Fair Work Commission has announced that it will hand down the increase of the annual wages on Monday, 3 June 2024, after which MBA ACT will be preparing wage summary sheets for the following awards:
Building and Construction…
…be an effective way to communicate what information may be required from the employee prior to their return to work. Having something in place may alleviate delays in their transition back to work.
If you would like more advice…
…enter into a contract with a commencement date too far into the future; and f) allow for extra time in the construction period for material and trade delays.
3. Check your contract for the appropriate clause that deals with…
…emissions.
These amendments to the Act require an amendment to the Planning and Development Regulation 2008 (the Regulation) to set thresholds for these requirements to apply. The associated amendment to the Regulation is anticipated to commence 1 March 2022…
According to the Building and Construction General On-Site Award 2020 (‘the Building Award’) a dispute can be referred to the Fair Works Commission (‘FWC’) if internal attempts have failed.
In a recent matter, the CFMMEU referred a dispute
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