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After the Federal Government recently committed Australia to a goal of net zero emissions by 2050 – aligning us with more than 130 countries who have either set or are considering the same target – attention has turned to innovative ways that households and businesses alike can support the push to a more sustainable future.
From July 2021, WorkSafe Victoria has had the authority to issue infringement notice to individuals or companies where they have failed to keep a copy of a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) for the duration of high-risk construction work. Master Plumbers OH&S Return to Work Officer Grace Squire outlines what a SWMS is, when it is needed and how to make sure yours is effective.
Unprecedented. Challenging. Uncertain. The past year has been many things. But above all, it has been a test of resilience. A year where our industry and our Association not only met the standard but set the standard.
Unprecedented. Challenging. Uncertain. The past year has been many things. But above all, it has been a test of resilience. A year where our industry and our Association not only met the standard but set the standard.
Keeping the workflow constant is a challenge. Don’t let managing claims take focus away from growing your business.
Having a flutter on the races or a bet on the footy is a pastime enjoyed by millions of Australians – and surveys show that tradies are among the groups of workers who love a punt as much as anyone.
70 years ago, an expanding plumbing business in the northeast Melbourne suburb of Heidelberg became a member of the Associated Master Plumbers of Victoria, which this year celebrates 130 years. Learn the secret to...
Testing a hot and cold-water service post installation has become increasingly problematic due to the increased use of mixers, Master Plumbers’ technical Advisor, Aaron Bridger, explains.
Few people in the plumbing industry have chalked up as many unique experiences as Shane Bilson, he spoke to Kathryn Kernohan from one of Australia’s permanent research stations in Antarctica.
As your clients return to residential and commercial buildings after a long COVID-19 hiatus or just a long winter, ensure they understand the risks. Master Plumbers Chief Technical Advisor Gary Bath explains.
As your clients return to residential and commercial buildings after a long COVID-19 hiatus or just a long winter, ensure they understand the risks. Master Plumbers Chief Technical Advisor Gary Bath explains.
Anne Boyle wishes the new Women in Plumbing initiative was around when she was an apprentice plumber in her native UK. Only announced last month, Kathryn Kernohan investigates the need for this important plumbing...
Stapling Performance test Best Financial Interests Duty Stapling poses the greatest change for employers as it is a new law that will link a person to one super fund and the stapled fund will follow the person when they change jobs. This is due to come into effect from 1 November 2021.
The cost, adequacy and availability of insurance in the plumbing industry have been highlighted as three major issues that require addressing – and Master Plumbers is seeking the views of its members to help...
The plumbing community has a vital role in advocating to governments and promoting to the broader community the link between good quality plumbing, health, environmental sustainability and, increasingly, economic prosperity.
The plumbing community has a vital role in advocating to governments and promoting to the broader community the link between good quality plumbing, health, environmental sustainability and, increasingly, economic prosperity.
Plumbing businesses rely on technology. It brings great efficiencies and opportunities, unfortunately, it also brings new risks. Cyber risks happen when people harness the way you use technology. Critical business assets such as emails and bank accounts are potential exposure points for malicious parties to exploit.
Kathryn Kernohan speaks with Tom Saxton of Off Grid Plumbing who attributes his passion for sustainability to his upbringing on a farm near the base of Mount Kosciuszko in New South Wales.
There are legislative changes and social expectations that plumbers need to be ready for, as Master Plumbers’ Frank Geremia OH&S and Return to Work Manager reports.
AS/NZS3500 has some major changes to be aware of Master Plumbers’ technical Advisor, Aaron Bridger, explains.
Master Plumbers believes embracing green hydrogen will go a long way to meeting our goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
Information is critical in the fight against COVID-19 and wastewater is one of the key sources used to identify the presence of the virus in our communities.
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