This warning is issued by the Commissioner of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) to the public under section 20J(1)(i) of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (QLD). 

This is a public warning about the installation and maintenance of the non-conforming building product DECKO ECW Decking Boards (Product Number; HF06, HF07, HF09, and HF10) (Product) made of composite wood plastic material due to the public health and safety impact of the Product failing. The QBCC is urging consumers, contractors, and suppliers to be cautious in relation to the Product. 

Factsheet - Wood plastic composite decking boards and nonconforming building products

Should you have any concerns about the Product, please contact the QBCC on 139 333.

Fatalities and serious injuries on building sites have made it more important than ever for licensees to notify the QBCC quickly of safety incidents onsite.

Safety incidents include death, serious injury or illness, or something that puts a person at risk of serious injury or illness.

Reporting these incidents makes sure that an employer and the QBCC are aware of issues that need to be taken seriously, which helps make the industry safer for everyone.

How to report an incident

Any QBCC licensee should report a safety incident as soon as you see or hear about it directly to the QBCC, even if you’ve already reported it to another agency, such as Workplace Health and Safety. Failure to report a safety incident can result in a fine up to $10,000.

Reporting a safety incident is quick and easy, simply complete our form or call us on 139 333.

For more information about the QBCC’s reporting requirements, please visit Report a safety issue or incident.

You can also learn more by visiting Master Builders Queensland and Housing Industry Association.