BPEQ staff will visit Darling Downs for seminars on the Professional Engineers Act 2002 and RPEQ system with local engineers.

The seminars are done as part of BPEQ’s education and engagement strategy.

Below is a list of the topics covered in the seminar:

• General information on BPEQ
• Professional Engineering Services
• Direct supervision
• Prescriptive standards
• Case study in direct supervision
• Interstate/overseas design and supply
• RPEQ sign off/certification
• Code of Practice
• Areas of engineering
• Registration process
• Assessment schemes
• Ongoing registration requirements
• Risks and penalties
• Benefits of registration

BPEQ staff will conduct the seminar on-site and at a time that is convenient. The seminars are conducted free of charge, usually run for no longer than one hour and the time taken counts as continuing professional development. Both registered and unregistered engineers are encouraged to attend.

Contact engagement@bpeq.qld.gov.au to arrange a seminar for your workplace.