NSW launches construction compliance initiative
Summary
The NSW Government has launched a construction compliance initiative to enhance transparency and ensure adherence to legislative obligations in the building industry, effective March 1.
Why It Matters
This initiative addresses critical issues of compliance and ethical practices within the construction sector, aiming to protect workers and promote fair business practices. By enhancing oversight, it seeks to mitigate risks associated with modern slavery and improve overall industry standards.
Key Takeaways
- The initiative will conduct pre-contract checks to ensure compliance.
- A database of subcontractors will improve transparency on government sites.
- Audits will assess compliance with industrial relations obligations.
- The initiative aims to protect workers from exploitation and modern slavery.
- Government spending will be leveraged to support local jobs and infrastructure.
HomeInfrastructure InfrastructureNewsNSW NEWSUncategorized NSW launches construction compliance initiative 19/02/2026 FacebookTwitterLinkedinEmailPrint The NSW Government is launching a new initiative aimed at ensuring compliance and improving transparency across the state’s building and construction industry. Led by the NSW Industrial Relations Construction Compliance Unit (CCU), the initiative is designed to support government agencies and contractors to meet existing legislative, policy and contractual obligations across the construction supply chain. “This priority work reflects the Government’s commitment to ensuring that all reasonable steps are taken to uphold lawful and ethical industrial practices throughout the industry, in line with existing legislative requirements. This will support the delivery of new schools, hospitals and public transport for the people of NSW,” the Government said in a statement. Set to commence on 1 March, the initiative will be delivered through three complementary streams of work: Prior to Government awarding a contract, the CCU will conduct checks of publicly available records held by relevant regulators. A report of any findings will be provided to the procuring agency to support its due diligence process. The CCU will work with client agencies and head contractors to develop and maintain a database of subcontractors operating on NSW Government construction sites, improving transparency and oversight The CCU will conduct audits of hea...
