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Public buildings are inspected for public safety by the Shire Environmental Health Officers. We regularly assess facilities used by the general public including churches, recreation centres, schools, pubs and function centres that are considered 'public buildings' by Health legislation.
Our assessment includes the following:
It is important for public buildings to have correct exit paths and lighting so that public safety is ensured in the case of an emergency. An application for approval may be made by lodging an Application to Construct, Install or Alter a Public Building and any other required information.
Public buildings need to be registered with the Shire. For further information and to apply please contact the Shire’s Environmental Health Services on 9191 3456.
There are a range of public health requirements for concerts and events. Under the Health (Public Building) Regulations 1992, outdoor events are considered public buildings. The following are requirements under the above regulations:
It is important to obtain Event approval from the Shire for events held on public land, or on private land where the event purpose is not the primary/approved land use. Please contact the Shire's Events Team for more information.