New COVID restrictions for construction industry from 19 July 2021
The NSW Government has today announced further COVID restrictions which will affect Registered Certifiers in Greater Sydney.
Construction pause until midnight 30 July 2021
From 12.01am on Monday, 19 July 2021, all construction work in Greater Sydney, including the Blue Mountains, Wollongong, Shellharbour and the Central Coast, will be paused until midnight 30 July 2021.
This includes non-urgent maintenance, including cleaning services, and repair work on residential premises.
Restrictions in regional NSW remain unchanged.
Further information can be found here.
Additional restrictions for people in Fairfield, Canterbury-Bankstown and Liverpool LGAs
From midnight tonight, if you live in the Fairfield, Canterbury-Bankstown or Liverpool LGAs you cannot leave your respective LGA for work unless you are a health or emergency service worker. This will apply until midnight 30 July 2021.
Business support initiatives
These changes will have an impact on many members, so if you need support, do not hesitate to contact the AAC.
The NSW Government has announced financial assistance, support measures and tax relief to help businesses and people across the state impacted by the current COVID-19 restrictions. You can find out more about these measures here.
Help from the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC)
The Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) is the government body that provides information and assistance on workplace laws and entitlements for the construction industry. Learn about your rights and obligations and access help at ABCC – COVID-19 Assistance
Coronavirus and australian workplace laws
Information covering workplace laws, obligations and entitlements for employers and employees affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) can be found here.