Hardware & building materials

Many people regularly use hardware and building materials. When used appropriately these materials are usually safe. But where evidence shows a risk of serious injury or illness related to certain hardware and building materials, these products must meet compulsory safety requirements known as mandatory safety standards. In some cases dangerous hardware and building products are banned from supply in Australia.

This section contains product safety information on various hardware and building materials and includes information on:

• products that have a mandatory standard or ban
• choosing safe products
• using products safely
• possible safety issues that we are currently monitoring related to hardware and building materials.
  

Other authorities

While we cover the general consumer products listed below, you may also obtain safety information from other authorities with a role in monitoring safety, providing advice and handling complaints about specific types of products.  

View other authorities that cover hardware, building materials and related products:

• Building and building materials
• Chemicals