Queenslanders working in the building and construction sector will soon have greater protection from the devastating impact of company collapses.

Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) Executive Director, Penny Cornah, has applauded the Queensland Parliament for passing once in a generation fairness laws on Thursday 26 October.

The partially introduced Minimum Financial Requirements (MFR) Regulation which commenced on 1 January 2019 has now been fully introduced from 2 April 2019.

If you’re in the building and construction industry, the hot topic right now is the changes by the QBCC to the Minimum Financial Requirements. One of the major changes is that you must now lodge reports annually to the QBCC, with 2019 being the first year.

The Department of Housing and Public Works is currently reviewing the proposed improvements to the Minimum Financial Requirements (MFR) for licensing in the building and construction industry.

Important information on the Plumbing and Drainage Trade Contractors Licence, including the scope of work involved, the qualifications required and the licence grades.

Updates, important information and advice about Plumbing and Drainage Licensing, endorsements and the trade contractors licence

Information and advice about Licence Endorsements. An endorsement entitles you to perform specific types of work not covered under your existing licence.

These events include informative sessions on topics that reflect current industry demands, workshops and demonstrations and an open forum for discussion with industry representatives.

Today the media has reported that one person has been rushed to a Brisbane Hospital with horrific burns after a hot water system exploded at a house on the Gold Coast this afternoon.

There is confusion in the industry in relation to ongoing issue relating to the requirements to hold occupational and contractor licences for the performance of plumbing and drainage work. What is the difference?

Find out more about the Queensland Gas Work Licence and Gas Work Authorisations.