Edition 81, August 2010

Tasmanian Occupational Licensing Act 2005

Tasmanian Occupational Licensing Act 2005Electrical contractors and tradespeople in Tasmania are reminded that he Occupational Licensing Act 2005 and accompanying Occupational Licensing (Electrical Work) Regulations 2008 provide the regulatory framework for all electrical work in Tasmania.

The Occupational Licensing Act 2005 took effect on 19 January 2009. The act and accompanying Occupational Licensing (Electrical Work) Regulations 2008 provide the regulatory framework for all electrical work in Tasmania.

This includes Codes of Practice, Determinations, Exemption Orders, Notifications and Notices, as well as Approved Forms and Guidelines.

Contractors and tradespeople in Tasmania may not be fully aware of their obligations under the act. For example, if employing electrical workers (either licensed or apprenticed), they must fully understand the Code of Practice for Supervision.

Accessing the occupational licensing information at the Workplace Standards Tasmania website can help you stay informed.

For more information visit the Workplace Standards Tasmania website at www.wst.tas.gov.au/ola

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