Australian Building Codes Board

📢 The public consultation for the Proposed risk-based Building Product Registration Scheme (Scheme) is closing soon! We are seeking your feedback on the proposed initial principles and scope of the Scheme by way of a discussion paper. The consultation will close on Thursday 3 October 2024, which means you have a week left to submit your feedback. 📝 To read the discussion paper and to have your say, visit: https://lnkd.in/gm3hJDbh #AustralianBuildingCodesBoard #PublicConsultations #HaveYourSay

📢 Event Announcement - Registrations for our next in person ABCB forum are now open! Our Board Chair, Glenys Beauchamp AO PSM and our CEO, Gary Rake, will be in Canberra on Tuesday 26 November, to host a forum where you can ask about the ABCB’s work. The forum will be held at the Shine Dome from 3 - 6 pm (AEDT). 🎟️ This event is free to attend however registrations are required as places are limited. Please note that this event will not be live streamed. For more information and to register for this event, visit: https://lnkd.in/gMgrDdAi #EventAccouncement #InPersonEvent #AustralianBuildingCodesBoard

What do we do? The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is a standards writing body responsible for the National Construction Code, WaterMark Certification Scheme and CodeMark Certification Scheme, and a regulatory reform in the construction industry. The ABCB is a joint initiative of the Commonwealth and State and Territory Governments, together with the building and plumbing industries. The ABCB is an agency within the Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our office is a professional, technical and administrative team that provides support to the Board and executes its ongoing work program. To find out more about the ABCB, our initiatives and resources, visit: https://lnkd.in/gKji4xG7 #AustralianBuildingCodesBoard #NationalConstructionCode #WaterMarkCertificationScheme #CodeMarkCertificationScheme

📢 Join our online information session on Monday 23 September at 11am AEST to discuss the proposed risked-based Building Product Registration Scheme consultation. This online session is primarily targeted at manufactures and importers however, equally interested stakeholders are welcome to participate. The ABCB will provide a short presentation on the principles and scope of the proposed Scheme, to support you in preparing your submissions on the discussion paper. There will be an opportunity for Q&A at the end of the presentation. We will aim to address common themes amongst participant questions. You can register for the free online session, here: https://lnkd.in/gP-uA3K7 To read the discussion paper and to have your say, visit: https://lnkd.in/gm3hJDbh #EventAccouncement #OnlineEvent #AustralianBuildingCodesBoard

Why are the Building and Plumbing Codes of Australia so important? The Australian Building Codes Board aims to develop and maintain codes and standards through the National Construction Code (NCC), that are the minimum necessary to efficiently achieve health, safety, amenity, accessibility and sustainability for buildings and plumbing systems. The NCC includes both the Building Codes of Australia and the Plumbing Code of Australia. For more information on the NCC, visit: abcb.gov.au #BuildingCodesofAustralia #PlumbingCodesofAustralia #NCC

A Proposed risk-based Building Product Registration Scheme (Scheme) is currently open for public consultation. We are seeking your feedback on the proposed initial principles and scope of the Scheme by way of a discussion paper. The principles and scope of the proposed Scheme will be considered by Building Ministers in late 2024. Submissions will be accepted via the ABCB consultation hub until 11:59 pm AEST 3 October 2024. To read the discussion paper and to have your say, visit: https://lnkd.in/gm3hJDbh..

Water is a precious resource that we cannot live without. The National Construction Code (NCC) Volume Three, the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA) includes requirements on water efficiency for plumbing and drainage systems which help them be more sustainable. Some examples of how plumbing and drainage systems can be more sustainable include installing water-efficient fixtures and fixtures with lower flow rates such as showerheads, toilets, and taps. The National Construction Code sets the minimum required level for the health, safety, amenity, accessibility, and sustainability of new plumbing systems in Australia. Together, the Building and Plumbing Codes of Australia form the NCC. Find out more at abcb.gov.au #PlumbingCodesofAustralia #BuildingCodesofAustralia #NCC

🏙️ Today we celebrate World Skyscraper Day by understanding which building classification they fall under. 💭 Did you know the National Construction Code does not define a ‘skyscraper’ under one particular building classification? This is because the classification depends on the building's use and skyscrapers can have multiple classifications. If it’s a building only with residential apartments, then it would be a Class 2 building. If it’s an office building, that would be classified as a Class 5 building. To find out more about building classifications, and test your knowledge of the classification of your favourite skyscraper, visit: https://lnkd.in/gyYsS3k3 #WorldSkyscraperDay #AustralianBuildingCodesBoard #NCC

Having a well-designed layout of plumbing and drainage fixtures is a critical part of providing an accessible space that everyone can use. Plumbing codes play an important role. The National Construction Code (NCC) Volume Three, the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA), includes accessibility requirements. For example, a bathroom with a toilet, sink and shower should have accessible supply taps or other operational controls that are suitable for use. The National Construction Code sets the minimum required level for the health, safety, amenity, accessibility, and sustainability of new plumbing systems in Australia. Together, the Building and Plumbing Codes of Australia form the NCC. Find out more at abcb.gov.au #PlumbingCodesofAustralia #BuildingCodesofAustralia #NCC

📬 Our August e-newsletter is set to hit subscribers' inboxes this afternoon. This month's newsletter will include information on: 💻 Our new website features 💧 Our Condensation in buildings handbook 💡 Our new Compliance with J1P2 as part of a Combined DTS/Performance Solution case study 🚽 How to get a product WaterMark certified Stay in the know by updating your details here: https://lnkd.in/gYM59fg5 or register on our website here: https://lnkd.in/ghAx5Aeh #ABCBNewsletter #StayConnected #BuildingCodes