May 2007
Example Article: ENGAGEMENT OF CONTRACTORSWhilst a cleaner or gardener may not need a licence to provide their services, they do need public liability insurance, and if they are an employer a workers compensation policy to protect the Owner of property against any potential claims.
We are actively highlighting to each and every Owner the need to engage only approved contractors, those that meet the requirements of being both licensed where applicable and definitely insured.
Part of the process of gaining accreditation as an approved contractor involves providing evidence of their ability to provide a safe work place and how to evaluate and implement these OH & S requirements.
The days of engaging for example a retired person who is not insured or licensed to perform paid tasks for the Owners should be a thing of the past. Owners need to be aware of their exposure in such circumstances.
As Managing Agents we do not believe it is an acceptable risk for any
owner to use unlicensed contractors for any repairs maintenance of
property.
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