ACT
ACT Pool and Spa Licence Rules
Use ACT Planning construction licence information and Access Canberra public registers for electricians, plumbers, drainers, gasfitters and gas appliance workers. Use ARC for refrigerant handling.
What to check in ACT
ElectricalWorker + contractor authority
For fixed-wired equipment, RCD/safety-switch symptoms, 240V testing and electrical component work.
GasGasfitting / appliance servicing
For gas heaters, burners, gas valves, gas pressure, flues and combustion-related work.
PlumbingPlumbing and drainage
For regulated water, drainage, gas pipework and connected building services.
RefrigerantARC licence
For heat pump work involving refrigerant handling or relevant components.
ACT official sources
| Claim or check | Official source | Use this for |
|---|---|---|
| Construction occupations | Construction licences | ACT construction occupation licence types including electrician, plumber, drainer, gasfitter and gas appliance worker. |
| Public registers | Public registers | Access Canberra public register entry point. |
| Consumer check | Choosing a tradesperson | ACT consumer guidance on finding licensed builders and tradespeople. |
| Pool/spa service qualification | CPP31218 Certificate III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service | Entry-level qualification for routine swimming pool and spa maintenance; the published qualification says there are no entry requirements. |
| Pool/spa service qualification | CPP41319 Certificate IV in Swimming Pool and Spa Service | Qualification for people working in the swimming pool and spa service sector. The national register states no licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to the qualification itself at publication. |
| Refrigerant | Refrigerant Handling Licence types | National refrigerant handling licence categories. Check scope before work on heat pumps or refrigeration circuits. |
| Refrigerant lookup | Check a Refrigerant Handling Licence | Public licence check for ARC Refrigerant Handling Licences. |