This information sheets provides a basic overview of how the Disability Discrimination Access to Premises Standard operates in conjunction with the BCA for new and existing buildings. Click for more information
This information sheet provide builders with guidance on how to manage a contract where the client suppliesa product that is required to comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA). Click for more information
This information sheet sets out an approach to getting the right technical information for a building product to assist builders, designers, and building certifiers verify that what they use is fit for the intended purpose. Click for more information
This information sheet demonstrates how the supply chain can operate in purchasing building products and what verification process should be used, for both imported and domestically manufactured products, to ensure the builder and the consumer are protected. Click for more information
This information sheet has been prepared to provide details on wire balustrades and how to build them in accordance with the BCA. Click for more information
This information sheet provides details of the proposed changes to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) in 2012 in respect to Volume 2 – Housing Provisions. The information is based on the pre-publication draft released in late 2011. Click for more information
This information sheet provides details of the proposed changes to Volume 1 of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) in 2012. The information is based on the pre-publication draft released in late 2011. Click for more information
This information sheet explains what rules apply when installing a kitchen range hood in residential buildings. Click for more information
This information sheet sets out the current requirements under the BCA for minimum ceiling heights in Class 1 buildings. Click for more information
This information sheet provides an explanation of the BCA requirements for the use of metal in new homes within 1km of the coast and breaking surf. Click for more information
When designing and specifying metal roofing it is important to consider measures to avoid corrosion of the sheet metal. Click for more information
A poorly or under-designed box gutter has the potential to cause major consequential damage so correct design is essential. Click for more information
A new edition of AS 2870 has been published by Standards Australia but it will not be called up by the BCA until 2012. This information sheet explains the changes. Click for more information
From 2011, there will be a new National Construction Code published by the Australian Building Codes Board which incorporate BCA 2011 Volumes 1 and 2, along with a new Plumbing Code of Australia. Click for more information
BCA 2011 will apply to all projects with building approvals submitted after 1 May 2011, subject to any transitional provisions that apply in your state. There are changes to both Volume 1 and 2 of the BCA that members should take time to review. This information sheet sets out the changes to Volume 2 - Housing Provisions. Click for more information