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Rebuilding after a bushfire
Information for land owners looking to rebuild their home or outbuildings after a bushfire.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/bushfire/rebuilding -
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 -
Pool safety barriers
All swimming pools and spas capable of containing water greater than 300mm (30cm) must have a compliant safety barrier to restrict access to the pool area.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/pool-safety-barriers -
Prosecution and Disciplinary Register
The VBA’s Disciplinary Register records disciplinary action taken against registered building industry professionals, building companies and plumbers in Victoria.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/about/compliance-and-enforcement/disciplinary-register -
Being an owner-builder
An owner-builder takes responsibility for domestic building work carried out on their own land, and undertakes a registration process.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/owner-builders/being-an-owner-builder -
Greywater
Greywater is wastewater from household appliances such as showers, sinks, washing machines and dishwashers.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/water-use/greywater -
Enforcement tools and actions
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/about/compliance-and-enforcement/enforcement-tools-and-actions -
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 -
2018 media releases
A list of all VBA media releases from 2018.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/media-releases/2018 -
Renewals
Registered plumbers must apply to renew their registration every three years. Licensed plumbers must apply to renew their licence every year.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/plumbing/renewals-other-requirements/renewals