The Federal Safety Commissioner has published the WHS Accreditation Scheme Audit Criteria: Residential Builders’ Guide to provide detailed guidance to residential builders applying for Scheme accreditation to safely deliver social and affordable housing through the Commonwealth’s Housing Australia Future Fund Facility (HAFFF) and the National Housing Accord Facility (NHAF).

The guide has been developed by the OFSC in consultation with industry, emphasising the criteria that is relevant to residential builders and highlighting criteria where builders may need additional assistance. Key concepts around documented process, implementation and targeted examples of what will and won’t meet Scheme requirements are included.

The OFSC are working collaboratively with residential builders who require accreditation in a number of ways, including prioritised application processing and individualised guidance on safety systems. The new guide will assist builders in understanding the Scheme audit criteria with targeted and detailed explanations designed for use by residential builders specifically.

For more information on the OFSC’s residential assistance see Residential builders undertaking Housing Australia projects.

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Further Assistance

To speak to an OFSC representative please call the OFSC Assist Line 1800 652 500, or email ofsc@dewr.gov.au. 

For information and assistance on the HAFFF and NHAF, please contact Housing Australia.