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Tag: ARC
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National licensing for electrical trades
The government has announced a national licensing scheme to allow electrical professionals to work across state and territory borders.
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New automotive qualifications recognised for refrigerant handling licence
The DCCEEW has recognised qualifications for automotive industry professionals who require a licence to handle refrigerants safely.
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Last chance to comment on permit schemes
The Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Permit Scheme and Fire Protection Permit Scheme are open for comment until February 28, 2025.
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Tougher fines for environmental law-breakers
The Commonwealth penalty unit has increased from $313 to $330, meaning the fines for breaking environmental laws will now be higher.
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New Refrigerant Handling Codes of Practice published
New editions of the Australian and New Zealand Refrigerant Handling Codes of Practice are now available.
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The changing face of Aussie fridgies
With the Australian HVAC&R sector facing a trade skills shortage, Nick Johns-Wickberg looks at novel approaches to recruiting and retention.
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Licence requirements for hot water heat pumps
The ARC and DCCEEW have published a new fact sheet covering the licence requirements for hot water heat pumps.
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First SA dual-qualified fridgies graduate
The first three students have graduated from South Australia’s new dual-qualification refrigeration and electrical course.
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ARC: Refrigeration a first-choice career
Australians are increasingly turning to refrigeration and air conditioning as a career of first choice, according to the ARC.
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Bailey Loenneker wins Medallion for Excellence at WorldSkills Lyon
Bailey Loenneker, Stud.AIRAH, has won a Medallion for Excellence in the field of refrigeration and air conditioning at WorldSkills Lyon.
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ARC introduces instant licence renewals
The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has implemented a new automated licence renewal process designed to streamline applications.
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Stewardship award for ARCtick compliance announced
DCCEEW and ARC have introduced a new award to recognise ARCtick licensed businesses that are compliant at first audit.
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Inspiring female fridgie on the right track
A refrigeration technician is among three female tradies to appear on the ‘Women Succeed in Trades’ tram promotion.
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ARC highlights essential refrigeration tool
The ARC has recommended refrigerant analysers become an essential workshop item for refrigeration technicians and businesses.
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ARC selected as finalist for sustainability award
The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has been announced as a finalist in the National Banksia Sustainability Awards.
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Licensing changes to focus on compliance
DCCEEW and the ARC have finalised a new contract that introduces activities aimed at strengthening the ARCtick licensing scheme.
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Concerns raised about ANZSCO updates
HVAC&R stakeholders have raised concerns about updates to the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO).
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ARC licence fees frozen for 2024
DCCEEW has announced that ARCtick licence application fees have been frozen for 2024.
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Greg Picker elected ARC Chair
Dr Greg Picker has been elected chair of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry Board at the annual general meeting of the ARC.
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Positive signs on World Ozone Day
Australia has marked World Ozone Day with encouraging news about the shrinking bank of ozone-depleting refrigerants in the country. According to the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), ozone-depleting gases now make up less than 5 per cent of Australia’s refrigerant bank. World Ozone Day on September 16 celebrates the anniversary of the Montreal Protocol. The theme […]