Building Ministers have asked the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) to design a new risk-based Building Product Registration Scheme (Scheme) for all building products.
A discussion paper including the draft principles and scope of the proposed Scheme is open for consultation until 3 October 2024.
The principles and scope of the proposed Scheme will be considered by Building Ministers in late 2024.
To help stimulate discussion, we have prepared a reasonably detailed proposal for consultation. This is the start of the conversation and we want to hear your views.
Why is a new Scheme needed?
Like many other countries, Australia has seen significant problems caused by building products that do not conform or comply with the National Construction Code (NCC). Building product information in Australia is also often inadequate. These deficiencies can result in:
- products being used in a way that is not compliant with the NCC (e.g. installation)
- slow and/or inaccurate building product choices for NCC conformance
- inferior products in construction and renovation, and/or
- dangerous products being used in construction and renovation (e.g. flammable cladding).
The purpose of a national Scheme is to address these problems – reducing unacceptable risks to Australians’ life and wellbeing and improving confidence in building products.
Information session available
Join our online information session on Monday 23 September at 11am AEST to discuss the proposed risk-based Building Product Registration Scheme consultation.
Details
- Monday 23 September
- 11am – 12pm AEST
- Microsoft Teams
- Register here
What will it cover?
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.
Who is this session for?
This online session is targeted at those directly impacted if the proposed Scheme is to be implemented, such as manufactures and importers. However, equally interested stakeholders are welcome to participate.
How to join
You can register for the free online session here. You will receive an initial email confirmation and then a reminder email an hour before the session. If you have any issues registering, please contact ncc@abcb.gov.au
Your chance to comment
The discussion paper is available on our Consultation Hub and will be open for feedback on the proposed Scheme until 11:59pm AEST 3 October 2024.