MPAQ - Legislation

Queensland Gas Work Licence

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

What is considered Domestic Building Works?

Find out the definition of Domestic Building Works as defined in the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (QBCC Act).

When a heatpump water heater is removed or replaced, what is being done with the old unit? A few members have posed the question to the MPAQ Technical Team as how to properly dispose of the refrigeration units that contain refrigerant gasses.

Your Financials Must be Lodged with QBCC by 31 December

Queensland has new laws designed to build a stronger, fairer construction industry. Annual financial reports have been introduced to check the financial strength of contractor grade licensees in Queensland. Annual reporting is mandatory and you may already have the information needed.

Unitywater’s Sub-metering Process

MPAQ in conjunction with Unitywater want to promote the process for installing sub-meters to plumbers and members in the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa council areas.

Minimum Financial Requirements Review

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.

Legislation

Information regarding the legislation governing the plumbing and gas industries including the plumbing and drainage acts and regulations as well as the petroleum and gas acts and regulations.

Landmark Building Industry Fairness Legislation Bill Passes through Parliament

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.

Petroleum and Gas Acts and Regulations

Information regarding the legislation governing the Petroleum and Gas Industry, including the relevant Acts and Regulations.

New Mechanical Services Licensing Framework Commences 1 January

Following consultation on the proposed framework, new Mechanical Services licences will be offered from 1 January 2020 in medical gas, air conditioning and refrigeration, and plumbing. These licences will be regulated by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC).