The liability of principals, contractors and subcontractors is an important issue for Australian businesses providing services or products to the built sector.
The use of subcontractors is common in many industries and it is particularly prevalent in the construction industry. In this sector, a design and construct contract is commonly used, and requires the head contractor to have a single line of responsibility to the principal/developer.
Read MoreYes, it’s that time of year again – soon Worksafe Victoria will be issuing Workcover premium notices to all Victorian businesses.
Read MoreEach time you hire a contractor you need to determine if they're considered a 'worker' by WorkSafe – if so, you become their employer for WorkCover insurance purposes and will have liability for claim/return to work processes.
Read MoreIf building work is close - or adjacent - to adjoining property boundaries, protection works may be requested from another party in respect of the adjoining property.
Read MoreDo I have cover should I accidentally damage my client’s home, driveway or personal property during the course of building their pool or spa?
Read MoreWhat happens in the event that your tools and/or equipment are stolen from site or office/factory carpark or the driveway of your personal property?
Read MoreIt’s seems like it’s been raining for weeks on end and now a customer has called saying “we’ve had a cave in!” What now?
Read MoreA Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a document that outlines the high-risk construction work activities to be carried out at a workplace; the hazards that may arise from these activities; and the measures to put in place to control the risks identified. It is a documented approach to risk mitigation and may be the difference between working safely and/or causing serious injury to yourself or others.
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