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MAY 2017 ISSUE77

17 Taking Australian plumbers to Denmark

09 Worldrsquos best industry

14 How to make your claim - itrsquos easy

10 ONSITE at Australia 108

04 MBAV ndash Victoria needs a Minister

A joint enterprise of employer associations and unions in the building and construction industry

From the Chief Executive

Mission Statement ONSITE is published as a Victorian building industry magazine in the interests of all relevant stakeholders of the Victorian building industry

The ONSITE magazine supports an even-handed approach to giving voice to how the key stakeholders (building unions and employer associations) go about their day to day affairs in this crucial component of the Australian economy in respect to issues such as safety jobs creation and investment

The magazine has a policy of not publishing overt political commentary but does invite contributions aimed at promoting the positive aspects of the industry

Consistent with the above stakeholder advertising in ONSITE will be on an equal basis or not at all

Editorial Board Brian Boyd Incolink board member Lawrie Cross Master Builders Association of Victoria Ron Smith Media consultant

Disclaimer Please note the opinions expressed in articles published in ONSITE magazine are not necessarily those of Incolink unless otherwise stated

Published by Incolink on behalf of employer associations and unions in the Victorian building industry The Redundancy Payment Central Fund Ltd (trading as Incolink) ACN 007 133 833 ABN 22 862 951 309

Incolinkrsquos Privacy Policy Incolink has recently completed an audit of itrsquos processes and updated our lsquoPrivacy Policyrsquo and lsquoCollection of Personal Information Statementrsquo Details of these documents can be found at our website

Contact us 1 Pelham Street Carlton Victoria 3053

Phone (03) 9639 3000 Freecall 1800 337 789

Fax (03) 9639 1366

Email redundincolinkorgau

Web incolinkorgau

Our cover Horacio De Silva from Form 700 on the Australia 108 project

By Dan OrsquoBrien

The redundancy funds entrusted to Incolink are managed with the goal of ensuring financial security

for our members When your job finishes it is very important to us that you can make your Initial Claim easily and quickly

In this May issue of ONSITE you can see how easy it is to make your Initial Claim online using WorkerLink (pp 14-15) Incolink have also developed a great easy-to-use smartphone app connected to WorkerLink so workers can also keep track of their payments 247 Just like your superannuation or bank accounts it is important you keep

your address and contact details current at Incolink ndash you can do this online or through the app It is these great member benefits that ensure you keep connected to your funds and can access them quickly

See also in this issue - the Multiplex crew that is starting the work on the southern hemispherersquos tallest

building - Australia 108 at Southbank Our editorial team at ONSITE got exclusive access to the site and got an inside look at the project and met the workers With up to 550 workers per day at its busiest Australia 108 will provide work for many of our members

As always be safe at work and stay warm this winter

Making your funds secure but so easy to access ndash a great Incolink benefit

Dan OrsquoBrien Chief Executive Incolink

MAY 2017 ISSUE77





04 MBAV ndash Victoria

needs a Minister

A joint enterprise of employer associations and

unions in the building and construction industry

incolinkorgau

Incolink have also developed a great easy-to-use smartphone app connected to WorkerLink so workers can also keep track of their payments 247

CONTENTS03 Got a health question ndash ask a GP

04 Victoria needs a Building and Construction Minister

05 Call to recognise excellence

06 Illegal installation of systems deadly

07 Positive steps in boosting skills development

07 Handy hint reminder Oil and water donrsquot mix

08 Giving future tradies time to shine

09 Union training and safety drives our worldrsquos best industry

10 ONSITE at Australia 108 at Southbank

12 Cyber hackers and your information security

13 Apprentices help build the community

14 Focus onMaking claims easy

16 Master Plumbers Apprentice Training delivered at PICAC


18 Industry calendar

18 Never work alone

19 5 minutes withAlex Tsiliris

Q I work on site and am often outside Where would I most likely a find skin cancerLess aggressive sun related skin cancers are mostly on the back of the hands face and in older men on the top of the scalp The more dangerous melanoma is most often on the back in men (and on the legs in females) The Cancer Council Australia ndash cancerorgau ndash has instructions on how to check your skin and it is advisable to do this on a regular basis and see your GP if you are concerned

Q What are the symptoms that might mean I have diabetesDiabetes is a serious complex condition which can affect the entire body The earliest signs may be persistent or recurrent fungal skin infections particularly between the toes or in the groin or intermittent disturbance in vision (as the level of sorbitol (or sugar alcohol) in the blood that gets into the lens varies) Find out more at diabetesaustraliacomau or talk to your doctor

Q My work is very stressful at the moment and I worry a lot and sometimes feel sick in the stomach - what can I do about itA little stress can be a good thing but if it causes physical symptoms then a chat to your GP about relaxation techniques or even a referral to a psychologist before things get out of hand

We asked a GP to answer 3 of the most common health questions we get asked

Got a health question - ask a GPOTHER WAYS TO KEEP IN CONTACT WITH US

Like the Incolink app

incolinkapp

Did you know that your Incolink insurance programs will only be provided while an employer

is paying the agreed redundancy and IPT contribution on a workerrsquos behalf

This means you are not covered for any period where there are gaps in your redundancy or insurance contributions

Although Incolink is continually following up overdue employer contributions - it is also important

for workers to check their quarterly benefit statement to ensure their Redundancy and IPT contribution has been made

You can now check your contributions via WorkerLink using your Incolink member number and password You can also access WorkerLink via the Incolink smartphone app

Remember payments from employers are due on the 14th of the month for the month prior Eg payments for the month of May are

due on the 14th of June ndash so check your account after this date

Contact your employer or your company payroll department immediately if contributions have not been made

Call Incolink on (03) 9639 3000 if you have any questions or download the Accident and Illness Benefits brochure from incolinkorgau

Are you covered Check your Incolink account now

Personal Leisure Time Accident and Income Protection and Trauma (IPT) Insurances

TCSv2

Note from Incolink Incolink counsellors are available for members to talk to about personal issues including relationship issues anxiety or depression issues and gambling drug and alcohol issues Call (03) 9668 3061 8amndash 5pm Monday to Friday

This information has been supplied by Dr Umberto Boffa MBBS MBA GDOHSM FAFOEM FCHSM MRACGP Medical Director of myhomeGP

Note This information is not a replacement for a professional consultation about your specific situation with a qualified doctor If you are concerned about your health please contact a doctor or qualified health professional

3ONSITE with Incolink

The size and importance of the building and construction industry in Victoria should not be underestimated

but a survey of Ministerial portfolios might suggest otherwise Building and construction is the most important sector for the state in terms of what it delivers to the economy and the community As we grow more rapidly than any other state in the nation the sector provides jobs and a huge amount of taxation revenue but it also delivers the houses and social infrastructure like roads transport parks hospitals schools and aged-care facilities that are required to maintain the high standard of living we come to expect in one of the most liveable places on earth It is therefore highly appropriate that we establish a Minister for building and construction

People throughout the state feel the impact and influence of the tremendous work our sector does aspects of building and construction are scattered widely across numerous Ministerial portfolios such as planning employment skills finance housing affordability local government suburban development and small business but without singular focus They are spread so thin that getting traction for change is extremely difficult Establishing a Minister

devoted to overseeing the industry to drive strategy and change for the benefit of communities individuals and businesses makes clear sense

In the absence of such a Minister we face immense challenges in making progress at a time when change and fast action on critical projects are of the utmost importance to Victorians like long-needed planning reforms and trades registration But if we match the need for reform with the ability to execute those reforms to drive jobs business viability and growth for the benefits of all Victorians it is exciting to think of what could be achieved and for the good of us all

Establishing a Minister devoted to overseeing the (building and construction) industry to drive strategy and change for the benefit of communities individuals and businesses makes clear sense

MBAV

Radley de Silva CEO MBAV

Victoria needs abuilding and construction Minister

4 5ONSITE with Incolink ONSITE with Incolink

9 Caption required

CALL TO RECOGNISE

EXCELLENCEPlanning is already under

way for the AWCIVrsquos annual Awards of Excellence and Gala Dinner on 18

August 2017 at Leonda by the Yarra Members are invited to nominate to give their work the recognition it deserves and be eligible to represent

Victoria at the National Awards at Hamilton Island in October Category winners receive a fully paid marketing program with personalised website and email banners up to $1000 to help market their Awards win Contact the AWCIV office on (03) 9553 6363 or emailing adminvicawciorgau

for more information on entries and attendance at the event

For more information on any events or training courses please contact AWCIV for details on (03) 9553 6363 or email adminvicawciorgau

BUILD BETTER - BENEFITS FROM LICENSING FINISHING TRADE CONTRACTORS

The AWCI and the Master Painters Association support the pressing need for trade registration in our industry With the increasing sophistication of interior design and facades there is a very high technical component to the skills required in the wall and ceiling industry trade This includes the requirements for suspended ceilings insulation and acoustics waterproofing energy ratings as well as smoke barriers and passive fire protection systems Visit the AWCI website for statistical data on the need for plaster trades to be licensed ndash awciorgau

AWCI ANZ RTO offers relevant courses of learning to the Building and Construction industry Refer to awciorgauANZRTO for information and enrolments

CPC31211 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining

CPC31011 Certificate III in Solid Plastering

CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the Construction Industry and facilitation of Red to White Card transfers

CPCCBC4047A Quality Assure Fire-Rated Lining Systems

9 Industry Insulation Installers 2 day Course

9 Eyup Baba ndash demonstrating the very high technical component to the skills required in the wall and ceiling industry trade

Tanya Chudasko Executive Officer AWCIV

AWCIV Snapshots


By Wayne Smith

NFIA

INSTALLATION OF SYSTEMS DEADLY

The National Fire Industry Association (NFIA) is concerned about an increase in unqualified and inexperienced workers practising in the fire protection industry in Victoria particularly in testing and maintenance

Installation and ongoing maintenance of fire protection systems requires superior skills to be able identify all faults (beyond

what is obtained by completing a Certificate II) The lack of such skills means that fire safety measures in many Victorian buildings are at high risk of being non-compliant and in some circumstances non-functioning and not adequately protecting occupants in the event of fire

Late last year NFIA provided the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Failures Research Project with 16 examples of non-compliant fire protection systems in Victoria that have been incorrectly installed andor tested and subsequently signed off as being compliant and operable despite in some cases faults so serious that

in the event of a fire the systems wouldnrsquot work

NFIA has also suggested the establishment of a new licence class of Certifier This would allow the regulations around fire protection measures to be amended to require all installations be certified by a Licensed Certifier before a Certificate of Compliance could be issued The VBA would use this class of licence holder to conduct random audits of both installations and the current building stock of fire protection systems

These initiatives by NFIA are timely as the Plumbing Regulations 2008 which determine the Victorian fire protection licensing system are being reviewed by the Department of Environment Land Water and Planning

The Regulations are due to expire in November 2018

With the Regulations determining the Victorian fire protection licensing system NFIA is participating in this process and has listed both ldquoInspect and Test registrationrdquo and ldquoCertifier Licensingrdquo as priority issues for the fire industry

The initial consultation stage closed in mid-March 2017 A Regulatory Impact Statement and draft replacement Regulations will be released for comment

9 Installation and ongoing maintenance of fire protection systems requires superior skills to be able to identify all faults

Wayne Smith Executive Director NFIA

6 ONSITE with Incolink

Skills development has just taken a major step forward with the formation of the Victorian Industry Skills Council and the introduction of the Construction Industry Advisory Group consisting of key stakeholders

These are positive steps towards addressing concerns raised by industry over a number of years as to the direction trade training has taken

Neil Coulsonrsquos appointment as the Victorian Skills Commissioner was a positive move and is assisting industry in having a stronger say in training and the direction it needs to take to achieve a more positive outcome for employees and employers

Better recognition of young people for their commitment when undertaking a four year apprenticeship is long overdue

Taking on a four year apprenticeship is a contract between the student employer family and the government who need to ensure that TAFEs are appropriately funded to provide quality training For more information go to the website vscvicgovau

Positive steps in boosting skills development

Mark Amos CEO MPA

Handy hint reminder OIL AND WATERDONrsquoT MIXWith the array of modern acrylic and enamel paints available it is important that painters and

property owners are aware of lsquotraps of the tradersquo and where possible flag them to clients or builders before painting work starts Such an approach can avert problems down the track

There has been a growing number of incidents in both the commercial and residential sectors where yellowing of enamels has occurred within weeks of paint application This occurs particularly where there is poor lighting or where these or alkyd paints are applied at the same time in the presence of water-based paint

Trade painters should advise their clients andor the builders in advance of these potential problems


Master Painters


The Island

Incolink invests in the future of the industry by supporting The Island a work education centre for 15-18 year olds who are interested in trades Students at The Island get an opportunity to graduate with a Cert II in Building and Construction and

complete their essential schooling at the same time

On 16 February the Chief Executive of Incolink Dan OrsquoBrien was happy to present Incolinkrsquos contribution towards supplying the necessary building and construction equipment for students in the course

Incolink support of The Island has given opportunities to students to gain the skills required for pre-apprenticeships apprenticeships employment or further study at TAFE

For more information about The Island go to lynallhallviceduau

9 Jason Hood is a star student enrolled in the Building and Construction course and travels from Deer Park to The Island in Coburg every day

9 Mary Barclay Laura the manager and some students from The Island accept the cheque from Dan OrsquoBrien of Incolink

Giving future tradies time to shine


DRIVES OUR WORLDrsquoS BEST INDUSTRY

UNION TRAINING AND SAFETY

The standard of training provided by the CFMEU Education and Training Unit and the safety standards and compliance demanded by our officials makes the Australian construction industry one of the highest performing in the world

We know it our students and members know it and now it has been confirmed by

the McKinsey Global Institute in an independent report that found Australiarsquos construction industry is among the worldrsquos best and we are just a handful of developed countries where labour productivity is increasing Moreover the report commented that the Australian construction industry has low levels of corruption

The CFMEU supported key findings of the report noting

ldquoUnionised frontline workers are paid well and receive skills training attracting better talent than in other

countries ldquoBecause unions insist on high safety standards Australian construction projects are meticulously planned to avoid labour issues The industry also has strong middle management

ldquoPotentially bearing down on high productivity is the fact that companies sometimes employ lower-skilled subcontractors at lower wages only to hire higher-skilled higher-paid subcontractors for reworkrdquo the report said This is high praise for our industry

And the CFMEU Education and Training Unit and union safety officials have good reason to be proud Itrsquos critical to our industry and the lives of members that our high standards of safety skills and training are maintained Wersquove always put the safety of members first and focused on the highest quality training Now we know thatrsquos what makes our industry world beating when it comes to productivity

Our job isnrsquot done With apprentice numbers dropping across the country our position as one of the worldrsquos best is under threat As well as fighting to increase apprenticeship opportunities we have begun a campaign to license our trades Such a move will protect jobs ensure our industry remains highly skilled and maintain standards It will see us beating the world for years to come

Contact the CFMEU Education and Training Unit or our Safety Unit for more information 03 9341 3444 Training course information is on our website viccfmeuorgautraining

Wersquove always put the safety of members first and focused on the highest quality training Now we know thatrsquos what makes our industry world beating when it comes to productivity

CFMEU

John Setka Secretary CFMEU


ONSITE at Australia 108 at Southbank

Australia 108 a 101 level building which when completed will be the southern hemispherersquos tallest apartment tower

The building features a podium with single basement retail two foyer spaces porte cochere private drive way an interconnecting laneway communal facilities levels and 1105 apartments There are three communal levels - 11 70 and 71 of which a whole level is dedicated for the exclusive use by high rise residents These facilities include multiple pools gymnasiums theatre private dining rooms lounge areas sky garden wellness zones and a virtual golf simulator

On the way to its completion in 2020 Australia 108 will generate considerable employment for Victoriarsquos

building workforce growing from the current 150 workers on site daily to more than 550 a day when the job is at full capacity Most of the current workforce is in the structure and service trades

A signature of the tower designed by leading architects Fender Katsalidis Architects is an iconic facade with a lsquostarburstrsquo feature Safe erection of the lsquostarburstrsquo is one of the key challenges of the project Another is successful integration of six staged handovers for the project some of which will occur while the structure lsquostarburstrsquo and facade works are still under way

Australia 108 is serviced via two cranes which provide good all-round serviceability to the job

Go to Incolinkrsquos Facebook page for more photos of the Australia 108 Southbank site

lsquostarrsquo qualityA site with



The key funds that look after the redundancy (Incolink) long service leave (Co-invest) and superannuation

(Cbus) accounts of Victorian building and construction workers are taking steps to protect the personal data they hold Every year they invest considerable time and resources to protecting your personal data against cyber attack

Your personal computer can also be at risk More individual workers are using computers to manage their financial affairs It is convenient and useful but we need to protect our hard won benefits and build on the security work being done by the funds

How hackers attack

lsquoRansomwarersquo - is the latest way to access your data Eg An ordinary-looking email may look like a plausible invoice receipt or notice that asks you to open an attachment or provide personal information If you do you are at risk of receiving a demand for payment or risk losing control over your data

lsquoPhishingrsquo - Are fake emails that can be very convincing and by clicking on an email your computer can be invaded through any detected weakness

The hackers then encrypt files locking the owner out until a payment is received It is often a relatively small amount so the police havenrsquot the resources to follow up individually

CYBER HACKERS AND YOUR

INFORMATION SECURITY

Brian Boyd ONSITE Editorial Board Member

By Brian Boyd Some hackers will leave something behind on your system so they can hit you again

What can you do

Awareness and taking preventative measures is vital

bull Update your computer protections and security software

bull Change your password regularly

bull Donrsquot save your passwords or credit card details to your computer

bull Be very wary of suspect domain names emails from people you donrsquot know spelling mistakes or out-of-date logos as they can all be signs of a phishing email

bull Be wary of any attachments and any emails that claim they are from banks insurance companies or the ATO

Curiosity can put your data and your money at risk For more information go to scamwatchgovau the government website run by the ACCC

In 2016 the FBI reported that $14 billion was scammed by the international designers of ransomware There is no single method of infection emails dodgy websites social media and USB sticks can be used to get access your personal information


For several weeks during February and March apprentices from throughout Victoria came together to

have their work recognised by peers and colleagues at the Master Builders Regional Apprentice Awards These are the people who will create the homes stores churches libraries galleries RSLs restaurants council offices apartmentsmdashalmost every type of buildingmdashin every corner of Victoria in the years to come They achieve as individuals but they build communities for all of us

Every year Master Builders reviews an impressive number of building

apprentices for the merits of their skill and achievement this year we have 585 Thatrsquos a lot of talent

As you know a lot of the building that gets done doesnrsquot appear in architectural journals and may not have the biggest budgets or thrilling locations but skill confidence and determination arenrsquot measured that way We award those who show an eagerness to meet consistently high standards that lead to a successful partnership with the client

Recognising the contributions that apprentices make to the built environment is an annual exercise we enjoy Itrsquos an important reward for

any apprenticemdashgetting the message that their work is appreciated makes a difference and leads to good things for their entire community

Once awarded regional winners will be invited to attend the State Apprentice of the Year Awards on 12 May in Melbourne where the overall winners will be announced

For information on how to nominate an apprentice for recognition contact Careers Officer Kathleen Peachey at kpeacheymbavcomau

Lawrie Cross GM Industrial Relations amp Corporate Services MBAV

By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training

Apprentices help build the community

9 Launching careers in building and construction 2016rsquos Master Builders Apprentices of the Year with Master Builders CEO Radley de Silva and President Peter Picking (centre)


Making claims easy

WORKERLINKHas your job just finished Workers can now access their Incolink funds by making an Initial Claim online through WorkerLink Follow the steps online to make your Initial Claim and you will receive your funds within 24-48 hours For Severance Accounts only

Head to the Incolink website incolinkorgau and click on WorkerLink at the top right hand side of the screen

First time user ndash Click on Register to set up your online access or contact our customer service team on (03) 9639 3000 to reset your passwordOr Log In using your member number and password

INITIAL CLAIMS MADE EASY WITH

STEP 1 STEP 2

From the WorkerLink home page click on Lodge a Claim via the Quick Links menu

STEP 3


WORKERLINK

Select Claim type ndash Click Initial Payout unless you have signed up for a Genuine Redundancy Account or want to Claim your Balance or claim Additional Funds

Confirm your Eligibility ndash you can place your claim in the queue for processing even if your employer has not yet confirmed your termination By doing this your employer will receive a notice to confirm your termination To complete the processing your employer must confirm your termination Click Next

You have just completed your Initial Claim If you need any further assistance please call 03 9639 3000 or visit us at 1 Pelham St Carlton


STEP 4

STEP 5

If you decide to provide Incolink your Tax File Number (TFN) then put it here and select Payment Type then click Submit

STEP 6


2017 represents an exciting and important milestone in the development and delivery of Plumbing Apprentice training at the Plumbing Industry Climate Action Centre (PICAC) The first crop of trained apprentices will complete their third and final year of training while a new and diverse group of first yearsrsquo commence their plumbing journey

The Certificate III in Plumbing course (Plumbing Apprenticeship) reflects a collaborative whole

of industry approach to industry informed skills based training design and delivery Master Plumbers delivers the course at PICAC - an industry owned and operated state-of-the-art award winning training facility

The current group of 14 first year students (see below) all of whom have completed a pre-apprenticeship course have just started their 3-week

PICAC has the capacity to train approximately 100 Plumbing apprentices over 3 year levels Students are grouped into 9 groups across the 3 years of the course - 3 groups per year with phased commencement times Each course stage - Foundation skills Plumbing installation skills Trade level skills - approximately equates to a year

Earl Setches National Secretary CEPU Plumbing

DELIVERED AT PICAC

Master Plumbers Apprentice Training

boot-camp block The composition of the group shows that the course is proving to be attractive to a broad range of students at various stages of their careers Both genders are represented and the apprentices range in age from school leavers to students in their early forties Very encouragingly several of the new apprentices come from non-English speaking backgrounds and include migrants and refugees from Somalia India and Afghanistan

9 First-year plumbing apprentices currently completing 3-week lsquobootcamprsquo at PICAC Brunswick

Training at PICAC


Ken Gardner CEO Master Plumbers

taking australianplumbers toDenmarkWhy Master Plumbers is sending apprentices to Denmark on an International Internship for the second year running

Last year second year plumbing apprentice Bryce Healy took part in an international internship

program in collaboration with Master Plumbers Association members Cooke amp Dowsett

This career-changing working holiday took Bryce to the Danish capital Copenhagen where he worked for Finn L Davidsen plumbers on a range of domestic projects

This year Master Plumbers have extended the internship to all

third and fourth year Plumbing Apprenticeships Victoria (PAV) apprentices

Itrsquos not just about working overseas Itrsquos about experiencing a different culture and learning skills and a new way of doing things

ldquoAfter completion of a plumbing apprenticeship and gaining a registrationlicence they have a qualification for life that is generously renumerated highly sought after and can be used anywhere in the worldrdquo said Master Plumbers President Scott Dowsett

ldquoThe trade of plumbing requires multiple skill sets Technologies materials equipment and appliances are forever evolving It is important for all apprentices and plumbers to keep up with the changes what better way to do so than first hand experience in a different country

ldquoEurope is a leader in technology and innovation in plumbingrdquo Mr Dowsett said ldquoItrsquos an information exchange and a chance to make future contacts If an intern can bring home even one new idea or skill set itrsquos been worth it

With so many top level apprentices coming from PAV itrsquos going to be tough to decide on the successful applicant To find out more follow Master Plumbers on Facebook The winner will be announced in late April

If yoursquore looking for a highly skilled plumbing apprentice for your business call the PAV Team on 03 9329 9622

After completion of a plumbing apprenticeship and gaining a registrationlicence plumbers have a qualification for life that is generously renumerated highly sought after and can be used anywhere in the worldMaster Plumbers President Scott Dowsett

Master Plumbers


Whatrsquos happening May | June | July 2017

INDUSTRY CALENDAR May | June | July 2017

MAY

JUNE

JULY

2 ndash 4 Good Food and Wine Show with chef demonstrations and wine tasting at Melbourne Convention amp Exhibition Centregoodfoodshowcomau

12 Queenrsquos Birthday Public Holiday ndash Incolink closed Re-opens at 8am on 13 June

1 ndash 16 Victorian School Holidays

29 ndash 30 Open House Melbourne - when great buildings in Melbourne are open to the public openhousemelbourneorg

30 Run Melbourne raising funds for Peter Mac eventssolemotivecomrun-melbourne-about

CFMEU OHampS

The new working year has begun as the previous year ended with the tragic loss of life in a workplace incident

These two fatalities in Victoria in October last year and again in February this year have once again rocked the industry leaving families friends and workmates devastated

It is important we take something from these tragedies and all involved in the industry actively ensure safe workplace practices including that there should always be someone working with you to assist if something goes wrong

Working alone is simply not a safe system of work and everyone in the industry must ensure no shortcuts are taken or allowed regardless of the workplace situation

Every worker has the right (which is enshrined in legislation) to a safe workplace safe work practices and the right to go home at the end of the day

The CFMEU urges members to lsquoStand Up Speak Out Come Homersquo if they are not sure

Anyone with concerns or just the need to talk to someone can contact the CFMEU Safety Unit on 03 9341 3444 or an Incolink counsellor on 03 0668 3061 or 0419 568 605

Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7

12 ndash 21 Good Beer Week ndash where there is good beer for longer than a weekndash goodbeerweekcomau

14

Dog Lovers Show Royal Exhibition Buildings dogloversshowcomau


New to Incolink is Alex Tsiliris who has worked for over 30 years as a Drug amp Alcohol counsellor in the criminal justice and youth justice fields He is of Greek-Egyptian background and is a martial arts fan

ONSITE Welcome Alex - what is your role at Incolink Alex Thank you ndash it is great to join such a unique service At its heart my role is to have conversations with people who feel that their drug and alcohol use might be getting out of control and need some practical tools to handle their lives

ONSITE What is the difference between this role and your last role Alex The jobs are very different In my last job I worked with offenders who had been told they had to come and see me as part of the court process At Incolink I get people from all walks of life coming to see me because they want to take control of their situation I also get to speak to large groups of workers on site and I have to be flexible because everyonersquos story and situation is very different

ONSITE Yoursquove spent 30 years in this area - is it ever impossible for someone to take control of their drug and alcohol usageAlex It is never impossible for someone to learn to manage their usage so they function well in every aspect of their life - as long as they get the support If anyone thinks they have a problem with alcohol or drugs call Incolink on 03 9668 3061 and make a time to come and see us

Drug amp Alcohol counsellor

CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP

is a government accredited provider of after-hours home visiting doctor services We offer high quality and affordable after-hours healthcare to patients in the safety and comfort of their home Our team of caring and experienced doctors visit patients at their home or in aged care facilities from 6pm every weeknight 12 noon Saturdays and all day Sundays and on Public Holidays

No cost to you ndash Our service is 100 bulk billed for Medicare DVA and Concession cardholdersSimple Booking Process - You can request a doctor online or by calling 1300 968 737 from 4pm weekdays 10am Saturdays and all day Sunday and Public HolidaysCaring and experienced doctors - We aim to have one of our AHPRA registered doctors visit you within 2 hours of the booking being confirmedFree basic medications - Our doctors are equipped to treat a range of common ailments and can dispense basic medication free of chargeContinuity of care - Our service does not replace your daytime GP and we ensure notes are passed to them the next day and a follow up visit is scheduled where required

Why choose My Home GP

Make a booking at myhomegpcomau or call 1300 968 737 from 4pm weekdays 10am Saturdays and all day Sunday and Public Holidays

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ITrsquoS SO EASY TO CLAIM ONLINEWhen the job finishes go online and claim your Incolink Initial Payout Itrsquos so easy

1 2 3Go to

incolinkorgau and log in to your

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Lodge your claim

Confirm your Initial Payoutand in less than 24 hours the funds are in your

account

Financial Rights

From the Chief Executive

Mission Statement ONSITE is published as a Victorian building industry magazine in the interests of all relevant stakeholders of the Victorian building industry

The ONSITE magazine supports an even-handed approach to giving voice to how the key stakeholders (building unions and employer associations) go about their day to day affairs in this crucial component of the Australian economy in respect to issues such as safety jobs creation and investment

The magazine has a policy of not publishing overt political commentary but does invite contributions aimed at promoting the positive aspects of the industry

Consistent with the above stakeholder advertising in ONSITE will be on an equal basis or not at all

Editorial Board Brian Boyd Incolink board member Lawrie Cross Master Builders Association of Victoria Ron Smith Media consultant

Disclaimer Please note the opinions expressed in articles published in ONSITE magazine are not necessarily those of Incolink unless otherwise stated

Published by Incolink on behalf of employer associations and unions in the Victorian building industry The Redundancy Payment Central Fund Ltd (trading as Incolink) ACN 007 133 833 ABN 22 862 951 309

Incolinkrsquos Privacy Policy Incolink has recently completed an audit of itrsquos processes and updated our lsquoPrivacy Policyrsquo and lsquoCollection of Personal Information Statementrsquo Details of these documents can be found at our website

Contact us 1 Pelham Street Carlton Victoria 3053

Phone (03) 9639 3000 Freecall 1800 337 789

Fax (03) 9639 1366

Email redundincolinkorgau

Web incolinkorgau

Our cover Horacio De Silva from Form 700 on the Australia 108 project

By Dan OrsquoBrien

The redundancy funds entrusted to Incolink are managed with the goal of ensuring financial security

for our members When your job finishes it is very important to us that you can make your Initial Claim easily and quickly

In this May issue of ONSITE you can see how easy it is to make your Initial Claim online using WorkerLink (pp 14-15) Incolink have also developed a great easy-to-use smartphone app connected to WorkerLink so workers can also keep track of their payments 247 Just like your superannuation or bank accounts it is important you keep

your address and contact details current at Incolink ndash you can do this online or through the app It is these great member benefits that ensure you keep connected to your funds and can access them quickly

See also in this issue - the Multiplex crew that is starting the work on the southern hemispherersquos tallest

building - Australia 108 at Southbank Our editorial team at ONSITE got exclusive access to the site and got an inside look at the project and met the workers With up to 550 workers per day at its busiest Australia 108 will provide work for many of our members

As always be safe at work and stay warm this winter

Making your funds secure but so easy to access ndash a great Incolink benefit

Dan OrsquoBrien Chief Executive Incolink

MAY 2017 ISSUE77





04 MBAV ndash Victoria

needs a Minister

A joint enterprise of employer associations and

unions in the building and construction industry

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Incolink have also developed a great easy-to-use smartphone app connected to WorkerLink so workers can also keep track of their payments 247

CONTENTS03 Got a health question ndash ask a GP

04 Victoria needs a Building and Construction Minister

05 Call to recognise excellence

06 Illegal installation of systems deadly

07 Positive steps in boosting skills development

07 Handy hint reminder Oil and water donrsquot mix

08 Giving future tradies time to shine

09 Union training and safety drives our worldrsquos best industry

10 ONSITE at Australia 108 at Southbank

12 Cyber hackers and your information security

13 Apprentices help build the community

14 Focus onMaking claims easy

16 Master Plumbers Apprentice Training delivered at PICAC


18 Industry calendar

18 Never work alone

19 5 minutes withAlex Tsiliris







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TCSv2











MBAV




9 Caption required

CALL TO RECOGNISE

















AWCIV Snapshots


By Wayne Smith

NFIA





















Mark Amos CEO MPA






Master Painters


The Island























CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


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WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


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Financial Rights







incolinkapp













TCSv2











MBAV




9 Caption required

CALL TO RECOGNISE

















AWCIV Snapshots


By Wayne Smith

NFIA





















Mark Amos CEO MPA






Master Painters


The Island























CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights







MBAV




9 Caption required

CALL TO RECOGNISE

















AWCIV Snapshots


By Wayne Smith

NFIA





















Mark Amos CEO MPA






Master Painters


The Island























CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights

9 Caption required

CALL TO RECOGNISE

















AWCIV Snapshots


By Wayne Smith

NFIA





















Mark Amos CEO MPA






Master Painters


The Island























CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights

By Wayne Smith

NFIA





















Mark Amos CEO MPA






Master Painters


The Island























CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights







Mark Amos CEO MPA






Master Painters


The Island























CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights

The Island























CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights














CFMEU

















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights















How hackers attack








What can you do




















By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights











By Lawrie Cross

MBAV Training




Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights

Making claims easy





STEP 1 STEP 2


STEP 3


WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights

WORKERLINK





STEP 4

STEP 5


STEP 6








DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights







DELIVERED AT PICAC




Training at PICAC
















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights















Master Plumbers




MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights



MAY

JUNE

JULY






CFMEU OHampS








Never Work Alone

5 ndash 7


14








CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights






CFMEU OHampS

Alex Tsiliris

My Home GP





ADVERTISEMENT


incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights

incolinkorgau



1 2 3Go to


WorkerLink account


Lodge your claim


account

Financial Rights

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