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Practice Notes: Categories A-B - Victorian Building Authority
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/building/building-resource-hub/practice-notes/practice-note-sp-1 -
Regulatory Priority: Fire Safety
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/about/regulatory-policy-statement/regulatory-priorities/regulatory-priority-fire-safety -
Engaging a builder
Whether you're building a new home, adding an extension or carrying out structural repairs to your house, it's likely you'll need to engage building practitioner to do the work.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/home-renovation-essentials/engaging-builder -
Practitioner Education Series previous sessions
You will view previous sessions of the Practitioner Education Series here.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/plumbing/PES-previous-sessions -
Application process explained
Applying to be an owner-builder involves an eLearning assessment and construction induction training.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/owner-builders/application-process-explained -
Engaging a plumber
Make sure you engage a licensed or registered plumber when you want plumbing work carried out.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/home-renovation-essentials/engaging-plumber -
Safety and plumbing products (WaterMark)
If you are considering purchasing a plumbing product for a plumber to install, be aware that standards and regulations govern quality and installation in Victoria.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/watermark -
Smoke alarms
Smoke alarms are compulsory and must be installed in every residential building. CFA recommends that smoke alarms be installed in every bedroom and living area.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/smoke-alarms -
Plumbing compliance certificates
Only a licensed plumber may issue a compliance certificate – registered plumbers can't issue them.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/home-renovation-essentials/plumbing-compliance-certificates -
Termites
Termites cause more damage to Australian houses than fire, floods and storms combined – and the damage may not be covered by household insurance.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/termites