What this class covers
ANZSIC class 3222 categorises businesses primarily engaged in bricklaying and related masonry services within the Australian construction industry. This classification applies to specialist trade contractors who work with bricks, concrete blocks, and structural stone as part of building construction projects. These businesses typically operate as subcontractors to builders and construction companies, providing essential structural wall services for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Examples of businesses that fall under this classification include specialist bricklaying contractors who construct external and internal walls for new homes, concrete block laying companies that build structural walls for commercial buildings, masonry repair specialists who restore damaged brickwork on existing structures, heritage stonework contractors working on restoration projects, and businesses that install structural stone features as part of building construction.
The classification is used by various Australian government agencies for statistical tracking, business registration, and industry analysis. It helps identify trends in the specialised construction trades sector and informs policy decisions related to building standards and trade qualifications.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class primarily engage in:
- Laying bricks to construct walls, partitions, and other structural elements in buildings
- Installing concrete blocks for structural walls and foundations in construction projects
- Repairing and restoring existing brickwork on buildings and structures
- Working with structural stone as part of building construction, including stone walls and features
- Providing specialised masonry services as subcontractors to general construction firms
Exclusions and nearby codes
This class specifically excludes brick paving activities, which are classified separately under ANZSIC 3291 (Landscape Construction Services). This distinction is important because paving work typically involves different materials, techniques, and project types compared to structural bricklaying.
Related classifications include ANZSIC 3221 (Structural Steel Construction Services) for steel framing work, ANZSIC 3223 (Roofing Services) for roof construction, and ANZSIC 3229 (Other Building Structure Services) for structural services not elsewhere classified. Businesses that combine bricklaying with general building construction would typically fall under ANZSIC 3011 (House Construction) or ANZSIC 3020 (Non-Residential Building Construction), depending on their primary activity.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register (ABR), you'll need to select ANZSIC 3222 if bricklaying or concrete block laying represents your primary activity. This classification may affect your business insurance requirements, particularly workers' compensation premiums, which are typically calculated based on construction industry rates.
For tax purposes, businesses in this classification should maintain detailed records of materials, subcontractor payments, and job costs. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) provides specific guidance for construction industry businesses regarding GST, reporting requirements, and deductions for tradespeople.
This classification corresponds to BIC code 32220 in the Business Industry Code system used for statistical reporting. Businesses may need to reference this code when applying for industry-specific training programs, grants, or when participating in government tenders for construction work.