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Type of licence

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Select the occupation licence(s) you are applying for: *
An Owner Builder licence authorises the licensee to undertake building work (other than specialist building work) in relation to a Class 1, 2 or 10a building that is, or is to be, the licensee's main home or ancillary to it.

Gas Appliance Worker licence requirements

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Gas Appliance Worker class and functions

A Gas Appliance Worker is an entity that is licensed to provide a gas appliance service.
A gas appliance service is the undertaking or supervising of type A gas appliance work or type B gas appliance work.
See the Gas Safety Act 2000, section 6B, for the definition of type A gas appliance work.
See the Gas Safety Act 2000, section 6C, for the definition of type B gas appliance work.
What class of licence are you applying for? *
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Gas Appliance Worker class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Gas Appliance Worker class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Gas Appliance Worker evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Option one
Do you have a qualification in Service Type A Gas Appliances with a course code of CPCPGS4022A, CPCPGS4012A or CPCPGS4002A? *
The certificate must have been issued within five (5) years prior to making the application.
Do you hold an Advanced Gasfitter or General Gasfitter licence issued under the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004? *
Option two
Have you successfully completed the following unit of competency issued within (5) years prior to making the application? *
CPCPCM2041A - Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector
CPCPCM2043A - Carry out WHS requirements
HLTAID002 - Provide basic emergency life support
CPCPGS3051A - Purging consumer piping
CPCPGS3052A - Maintain Type A gas appliances
CPCPGS3053A - Disconnect and reconnect Type A appliances
CPCPGS3054A - Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A appliances
CPCPCM4011A - Carry out work based risk control processes.
Can you demonstrate not less than 2 years experience undertaken whilst the applicant was a Restricted Type A Gas Appliance Worker, or interstate equivalent, on gas appliances relevant to a an Unrestricted Type A Gas Appliance licence? *
Please advise the Unrestricted Type A Gas Appliance licensee who supervised you undertaking the work.
You will not be eligible for a Gas Appliance Worker Unrestricted Type A.
Can the applicant satisfy the registrar that the applicant has enrolled into the course Service Type A Gas Appliances a unit code of CPCPGS4022A? *
Do you have a letter from the applicant’s employer/supervisor, whomever holds an Unrestricted Type A Gas Appliance licence, advising that they will be responsible for supervising the applicant should you be successful in gaining the Restricted Type A Gas Appliance Worker licence? *
You will not be eligible for a Restricted Type A Gas Appliance Worker licence.
Have you successfully completed a qualification in Design Industrial Gas Systems with a course code of CPCPPS5001B or CPCPPS5001A? *
The certificate must have been issued within five (5) years prior to making the application.
Have you successfully completed a qualification in Install Type B Gas Appliance Flue with a course code of CPCPGS3050A, CPCPGS3020A or CPCPGS3010A? *
The certificate must have been issued within five (5) years prior to making the application.
Do you hold, or have previously held within twelve months prior to application, a Restricted Type B - Level 2 Gas Appliance Worker licence or interstate equivalent? *
Can you demonstrate not less than 2 years experience undertaken whilst the applicant was licensed as a Restricted Type B - Level 2 Gas Appliance Worker on gas appliances relevant to a an Unrestricted Type B Gas Appliance licence? *
Please advise the Unrestricted Type B Gas Appliance licensee who supervised you undertaking the work.
You will not be eligible for an Unrestricted Type B Gas Appliance Worker licence.
Have you successfully completed a qualification in Install, Commission and Service Type B Appliances with a course code of CPCPGS4023B, CPCPGS4023A or CPCPGS4003A? *
The certificate must have been issued within five (5) years prior to making the application.
Have you successfully completed a qualification in Install Type B Gas Appliance Flue with a course code of CPCPGS3050A, CPCPGS3020A or CPCPGS3010A? *
The certificate must have been issued within five (5) years prior to making the application.
Please note that any licence issued may restrict you from performing this type of work.
Can you demonstrate not less than 2 years experience undertaken whilst the applicant was licensed as a Restricted Type B - Level 1 Gas Appliance Worker on gas appliances relevant to a an Unrestricted Type B Gas Appliance or a Restricted Type B - Level 2 licence? *
Please advise the Unrestricted Type B Gas Appliance or Restricted Type B - Level 2 licensee who supervised you undertaking the work.
You will not be eligible for a Gas Appliance Worker Unrestricted Type B - Level 2 licence.
Can you satisfy the registrar that you have enrolled into the course Install, Commission and Service Type B Appliances with a unit code of CPCPGS4023B and Install Type B Gas Appliance Flues with a unit code of CPCPGS3050A? *
Do you have a letter from the applicant’s employer/supervisor, whomever holds an Unrestricted Type B or Restricted Type B - Level 2 Gas Appliance licence, advising that they will be responsible for supervising the applicant should they be successful in gaining the Restricted Type B - Level 1 Gas Appliance Worker licence? *
You will not be eligible for a Restricted Type B - Level 1 licence.
Have you previously held a Gas Appliance Worker licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Gas Appliance Worker licence/s details

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Is your licence as a Gas Appliance Worker, in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Gas Appliance Worker licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Gas Appliance Worker licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Evidence of qualification in Service Type A Gas Appliances with a course code of CPCPGS4022A, CPCPGS4012A or CPCPGS4002A. The certificate must have been issued within five (5) years prior to making the application.
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Copy of Advanced Gasfitter or General Gasfitter licence.
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Evicence of succesful completion of unit of competency CPCPCM2041A, CPCPCM2043A, HLTAID002, CPCPGS3051A, CPCPGS3052A, CPCPGS3053A, CPCPGS3054A and CPCPCM4011A.
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Resume detailing the two years experience on servicing Type A Gas appliances. Please advise the Unrestricted Type A Gas Appliance licensee who supervised you undertaking the work.
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Enrolment papers or a letter from a registered training organisation indicating enrolment in Service Type A Gas Appliances course.
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Reference from the licensed Unrestricted Type A Gas Appliance Worker
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Letter from the applicant’s employer/supervisor advising that they will be responsible for supervising the applicant.
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Evidence of qualification in Design Industrial Gas Systems with a course code of CPCPPS5001B or CPCPPS5001A.
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Evidence of qualification in Install Type B Gas Appliance Flue with course code of CPCPGS3050A, CPCPGS3020A or CPCPGS3010A.
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Resume detailing the two years relevant experience on Type B Gas appliances.
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Evidence of qualification in Install, Commission and Service Type B Appliances with a course code of CPCPGS4023B, CPCPGS4023A or CPCPGS4003A.
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Evidence of qualification in Install Type B Gas Appliance Flue with a course code of CPCPGS3050A, CPCPGS3020A or CPCPGS3010A.
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Papers or a letter from a registered training organisation indicating enrolment into CPCPGS4023B and CPCPGS3050A course.
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Reference from the licensed Unrestricted Type A Gas Appliance Worker.
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Details of suspension, cancellation or refusal of Gas Appliance Worker licence.
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Details of Gas Appliance Worker licence conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
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Gasfitter licence requirements

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Gasfitter class and functions

A Gasfitter is an entity that provides, has provided or proposes to provide a gasfitting service. A gasfitting service is the doing or supervision of gasfitting work. For the definition of gasfitting work, see the Gas Safety Act 2000.
What class of licence are you applying for? *
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Gasfitter class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Gasfitter class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Gasfitter evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Do you currently hold, or have held within 12 months prior to application, a General Gasfitter licence for over 12 months? *
Do you have 12 months experience in natural gas work for pressures above 21 kPa (totalling no less than 10 installations) while licensed as a General Gasfitter under the supervision of an Advanced Gasfitter? *
Can you provide evidence of completion, or partial completion of one of the following Certificate IV qualifications in Plumbing and Services issued within five (5) years prior to making application? *
CPC40912
CPC40911
CPC40909
CPC40908
The Certificate IV, or partial Certificate IV, must include all the following units of competency, or their superseded equivalent:

BSBSMB401A - Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
CPCCBC4012B - Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCPCM4011A - Carry out work-based risk control processes
CPCPCM4012A - Estimate and cost work
CPCPGS4011C - Design and size consumer gas installations
Do you currently hold, or have held within 12 months prior to application, a Journeyperson licence for over 12 months? *
Do you have 12 months full-time experience in gasfitting while licensed as a Journeyperson Gasfitter under the supervision of a licensed Advanced Gasfitter or General Gasfitter? *
Can you provide evidence of completion of one of the following Certificate III qualifications in Plumbing issued by a Registered Training Organisation within five (5) years prior to making application and the Gas Services Stream and Roofing Stream were completed to attain this qualification? *
CPC32408
CPC32411
CPC32412
CPC32413
Can you provide evidence of completion of the following units of competency from the Certificate IV qualification in Plumbing and Services CPC40912 issued within five (5) years prior to the application, or the superseded equivalent? * CPCPGS4011B - Design and size consumer gas installations
CPCPCM4011A - Carry out work-based risk control processes
CPCPCM4012A - Estimate and cost work
BSBSMB401A - Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
CPCCBC4012B - Read and interpret plans and specifications
Do you have 12 months full-time experience in gasfitting work on LPG (vapour phase) installations while licensed as a Journeyperson Gasfitter under the supervision of a licensed LPG Gasfitter (vapour phase) or licensed LPG Gasfitter (liquid phase)? *
Can you provide evidence of completion of the unit of competency Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KL with code BCPGS3005A; CPCPGS3005A; CPCPGS3035A or CPCPGS3060A issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
Do you hold an LPG Gasfitter (Vapour Phase) Licence? *
Do you have 12 months full-time experience in gasfitting work on LPG (liquid phase) installations while licensed as a LPG Gasfitter (vapour phase) under the supervision of a licensed LPG Gasfitter (liquid phase)? *
Can you provide evidence of completion of a Certificate III in one of the following trades issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
Light Vehicle Mechanical
Heavy Vehicle Mechanical
Auto Electrical
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of a Certificate III in Forklift Technology issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of the following units of competency from the Certificate III in Automotive Alternative Fuel Technology AUR32012 issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
AURTTL3007 - Service LPG Fuel Systems
AURTTL3008 - Diagnose and Repair LPG Fuel Systems
AURTTL3009 - Install LPG Fuel Systems
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of the following units of competency from the Certificate III in Automotive Alternative Fuel Technology AUR32012 issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
AURTTL3001 - Service CNG Fuel Systems
AURTTL3002 - Diagnose and Repair CNG Fuel Systems
AURTTL3003 - Install CNG Fuel Systems
You will not be eligible for an Advanced Gasfitter licence.
You will not be eligible for a General Gasfitter licence.
You will not be eligible for a Journeyperson Gasfitter licence.
You will not be eligible for a LPG Gasfitter (Vapour Phase) licence.
You will not be eligible for a LPG Gasfitter (Liquid Phase) licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted Automotive (LPG) Gasfitter licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted Automotive (NGV) Gasfitter licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted Automotive (LPG Forklifts) Gasfitter licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted Automotive (NGV Forklifts) Gasfitter licence.
Have you previously held a Gasfitter licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Gasfitter licence/s details

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Is your licence as a Gasfitter, in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Gasfitter licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Gasfitter licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

PG Gasfitter (Vapour Phase) licence
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List of installations signed off by the Advanced Gasfitter
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CPC40912, CPC40911, CPC40909 or CPC40908 Certificate IV, including transcripts
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List of installations signed off by the Advanced Gasfitter or General Gasfitter
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CPC32408, CPC32411, CPC32412, CPC32413 Certificate III, including transcripts
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CPC40912 Certificate IV
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Reference from licensed LPG Gasfitter (vapour phase) or licensed LPG Gasfitter (liquid phase).
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Evidence of completion of BCPGS3005A; CPCPGS3005A; CPCPGS3035A or CPCPGS3060A unit of competency.
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Photocopy of LPG Gasfitter (Vapour Phase) Licence
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Reference from the licensed LPG Gasfitter (liquid phase).
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Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical, Heavy Vehicle Mechanical, Auto Electrical
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Certificate III in Forklift Technology
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Evidence of completion of AURTTL3007, AURTTL3008, AURTTL3009
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Evidence of completion of AURTTL3001, AURTTL3002 or AURTTL3003
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Builder applicant statement

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Builder licence requirements

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Builder class and functions

For this section, all types of building work are defined under the Building Act 2004. Classifications of buildings and structures are from the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
What class of licence are you applying for? *
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Builder class(es)? *
Before completing this section you must obtain a copy of the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Regulation 2004 Mandatory Qualifications Schedule. This Schedule will outline what type of experience is accepted for a Builders licence.

Builder evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Before completing this section you must obtain a copy of the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Regulation 2004 Mandatory Qualifications Schedule. This Schedule will outline what type of experience is accepted for a Builders licence.
Do you have a tertiary qualification in Building that the Australian Qualifications Framework Advisory Board has determined is a bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, masters degree or doctoral degree in the Australian Qualifications Framework System? *
Do you have a qualification that is a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) with a course code of CPC50210, CPC50208 or BCG50206; or
a tertiary qualification in Building that the Australian Qualifications Framework Advisory Board has determined is a bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, masters degree or doctoral degree in the Australian Qualifications Framework System? *
Do you have a Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) with a course code of CPC40110, CPC40108 or BCG40106; or
a qualification that is a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) with a course code of CPC50210, CPC50208 or BCG50206; or
a tertiary qualification in Building that the Australian Qualifications Framework Advisory Board has determined is a bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, masters degree or doctoral degree in the Australian Qualifications Framework System? *
Do you have at least 2 years full time building work experience where 1 year full time building work experience was undertaken post the date the qualification was issued? *
Do you have 3 years full time building work experience? *
Can your experience be verified through written references? *
You will not be eligible for a Class A Builder Licence.
You will not be eligible for a Class B Builder Licence.
You will not be eligible for a Class C Builder Licence.
You will not be eligible for a Class D Builder Licence.
Have you previously held a Builder licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Builder licence/s details

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Is your licence as a Builder, in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
You must attach details.
Have you previously had a Builder licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Builder licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Evidence of tertiary qualification in building
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Applicant Statement - Building Work
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Please attach the Applicant Statement ACT Residents - Building Work Experience if your building work experience was undertaken in the ACT or an Applicant Statement Interstate Residents--- Building Work Experience form if your experience was undertaken in any other state/territory.
Referee Statement Building Work Experience - All Classes
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Please use the Referee Statement Building Work Experience - All Classes. You will need to fill this form in for each referee you are requiring to verify your building work experience.
Details of suspension, cancellation, or refusal of Builder licence
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Details of Builder licence conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
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Building Assessor licence requirements

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Building Assessor class and functions

A Building Assessor is an entity that provides a building assessment service.
A building assessment service is the doing of building assessment work.
Building assessment work is preparing and providing an energy efficiency certificate under the Building Act 2004; or an energy efficiency statement; or a statement, certificate or other document prescribed by regulation.
Energy efficiency certificate is defined under s139 C of the Building Act 2004.
What class of Building Assessor licence are you applying for? *
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Building Assessor class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Building Assessor class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Building Assessor evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Can you provide evidence of the successful completion of all of the following units of competency from the qualification CPP41212 Certificate IV in NatHERS Assessment through a Registered Training Organisation? *
a) BSBRSK401A - Identify risk and apply risk management processes.
b) CPPACC4015A - Follow site occupational health and safety requirements.
c) CPCCMN4008A - Read and extract information from plans, drawings and specifications for residential buildings.
d) CPPHSA4011A - Collect information to support NatHERS assessment.
e) CPPHSA4012A - Conduct NatHERS assessment of planned residential buildings.
f) CPPHSA4013A - Conduct NatHERS assessment of existing residential buildings.
g) CPPHSA4014A - Meet regulatory requirements when completing NatHERS assessments.
h) CPPHSA4015A - Assess impact of building elements on thermal performance of residential buildings.
i) CPPHSA4016A - Advise on options for enhancing thermal performance of residential buildings.
j) CPPHSA4017A - Cost measures to improve thermal performance of residential buildings.
k) CPPHSA4018A - Manage own work, professional development and ethical behaviour.
l) CPCCBC4014A - Prepare simple building sketches and drawings.
m) CPPHSA4020 - Operate computer systems to support NatHERS assessment.
n) CPPHSA5001A - Assess thermal performance of complex residential buildings.
o) CPPCMN3004A - Respond to enquiries and complaints.
You will not be eligible for a Building Assessor - Class A Licence.
Can you provide evidence of the successful completion of all of the following units of competency from the qualification - CPP41212 Certificate IV in NatHERS Assessment through a Registered Training Organisation? *
a) BSBRSK401A - Identify risk and apply risk management processes.
b) CPPACC4015A - Follow site occupational health and safety requirements.
c) CPCCMN4008A - Read and extract information from plans, drawings and specifications for residential buildings.
d) CPPHSA4011A - Collect information to support NatHERS assessment.
e) CPPHSA4012A - Conduct NatHERS assessment of planned residential buildings.
f) CPPHSA4014A - Meet regulatory requirements when completing NatHERS assessments.
g) CPPHSA4015A - Assess impact of building elements on thermal performance of residential buildings.
h) CPPHSA4016A - Advise on options for enhancing thermal performance of residential buildings.
i) CPPHSA4017A - Cost measures to improve thermal performance of residential buildings.
j) CPPHSA4018A - Manage own work, professional development and ethical behaviour.
k) CPPHSA4020 - Operate computer systems to support NatHERS assessment.
l) CPPHSA5001A - Assess thermal performance of complex residential buildings.
m) CPPCMN3004A - Respond to enquiries and complaints.
You will not be eligible for a Building Assessor - Class B Licence.

Software endorsement

A Building Assessor licence must be endorsed with a software endorsement.
The Construction Occupations Registrar only endorses a licence for the use of software if satisfied that licensee can safely and competently perform energy rating assessments in that type of software. Please indicate what software you wish to be endorsed for and provide a statement from an RTO indicating which software was used to complete the certificate of competencies as identified above.
Do you have additional qualifications or training relevant to each endorsement above? *

Insurance requirements

A Building Assessor must have adequate Professional Indemnity insurance to be eligible for a licence.
The insurance certificate must state that the applicant is an insured person under the policy.
Insurance must meet the minimum requirements as prescribed under section 16B(2) of the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Regulation 2004 (the regulation). Section 16B(2) of the regulation states that an applicant is adequately insured if the applicant has professional indemnity insurance that provides
a) indemnity against claims for breach of professional duty as a Building Assessor; and
b) a minimum limit of indemnity of $1,000,000 for a single claim.
Do you have indemnity insurance against claims for breach of professional duty as a Building Assessor and a minimum limit of indemnity of $1,000,000 for a single claim? *
You are not eligible for a Building Assessor licence.
Is the insurance in a company name? *
If the insurance is in a company name then the insurance certificate must contain a clause stating that employees are covered, and a letter from a director must also be provided confirming that the applicant is an employee covered by the company's insurance policy. Insurance must also meet the minimum requirements as prescribed under section 16B(2) of the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Regulation 2004 (the regulation).
Have you previously held a Building Assessor licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Building Assessor licence/s details

Licence
Is your licence as a Building Assessor, in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Building Assessor licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Building Assessor licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Qualification or official transcript statements for CPP41212 Certificate IV in NatHERS Assessment
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Software endorsement additional qualifications evidence
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Evidence of any additional qualifications/training. This could be a statement of attainment in the software or a letter from a Registered Training Organisation identifying what software was used to complete the unit of competencies required for the licence. For more information please see the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Regulation 2004 Mandatory Qualifications Schedule (PDF, 422KB).
Certified copy of the insurance certificate of currency
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Copy of the insurance policy disclosure document
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Letter from director confirming applicant is employee covered by company insurance policy
File:
Details of suspension, cancellation, or refusal of building assessor licence
File:
Details of building assessor licence conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
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Building Surveyor licence requirements

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Building Surveyor class and functions

A Building Surveyor is an entity that provides, has provided or proposes to provide a building certification service, an exemption assessment service or a works assessment service. A building certification service is the doing of building certification work under the Building Act 2004. Exemption assessment work means undertaking an exemption assessment under the Building Act 2004.
What class of Building Surveyor licence are you applying for? *
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Building Surveyor class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Buildiing Surveyor class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Building Surveyor evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Do you hold a current registration by the Institution of Engineers Australia on the national professional engineers register in the area of practice of "principal certifier-building (ACT)"; or
accreditation as a "Building Surveyor" by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors? *
Do you hold a current accreditation as "assistant Building Surveyor" issued prior to 28 February 2011 by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors; or
accreditation as a "Building Surveyor limited" issued after 28 February 2011 by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors? *
Do you have a certificate of asbestos management training issued by a Registered Training Organisation acceptable to the Registrar? *
You will not be eligible for a Principal Building Surveyor licence.
Do you hold at least a general Building Surveyor licence? *
You will not be eligible for a Principal Building Surveyor Employee licence.
You will not be eligible for a General Building Surveyor licence.
You will not be eligible for a Principal Building Surveyor Employee licence.
You will not be eligible for a Principal Government Building Surveyor licence.
You will not be eligible for a Government Building Surveyor licence.

Insurance requirements

A Building Surveyor must have adequate insurance to be eligible for a licence. The insurance certificate must state that the applicant is an insured person under the policy. Insurance must also meet the minimum requirements as prescribed under section 17(4) of the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Regulation 2004 (the regulation). For employee classes a certificate can be issued in the employer's name however that employer must also hold a licence as a Building Surveyor in the ACT. Section 17(4) of the regulation states that an applicant is adequately insured if the applicant has professional indemnity insurance that provides
a) indemnity against claims for breach of professional duty as a Building Surveyor; and
b) a minimum limit of indemnity of $1,000,000 for a single claim; and
c) a minimum limit of indemnity of $1,000,000 for the total of all claims made against the application during the period of cover; and
d) in addition to the indemnities mentioned in paragraphs (b) and (c), a minimum limit of indemnity for the costs and expenses of defending or settling a claim of 20 per cent of the limit of the indemnity for the claim.
Do you have adequate insurance to be eligible for a licence? *
You will not be eligible for a Building Surveyor licence.

Licence history declarations

Have you previously held a Building Surveyor licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Building Surveyor licence/s details

Licence
Is your licence as a Building Surveyor in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Building Surveyor licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your BSuilding Surveyor licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Registration as building surveyor by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors
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Current accreditation assistant building surveyor or building surveyor limited
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Certificate of asbestos management
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Statement from employer confirming employment
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Certified copy of the insurance certificate of currency
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Copy of the insurance policy disclosure document
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Details of suspension, cancellation, or refusal of Building Surveyor licence
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Details of Building Surveyor conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
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Drainer licence requirements

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Drainer class and functions

A Drainer is an entity that provides, has provided or proposes to provide a drainage service. A sanitary drainage service is the doing or supervision of sanitary drainage work. For the definition of sanitary drainage work see the Water and Sewerage Act 2000.
What class of Drainer licence are you applying for? *
Licence authorises sanitary drainage work without supervision.
Licence authorises sanitary drainage work under supervision of licensee with an Advanced Sanitary Drainer licence.
Licence authorises sanitary drainage work under supervision of licensee with an Advanced Sanitary Drainer licence.
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Drainer class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Drainer class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Drainer evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Can you provide evidence of completion, or partial completion, of one of the following Certificate IV qualifications in Plumbing and Services issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
CPC40912
CPC40911
CPC40909
CPC40908
The Certificate IV, or partial Certificate IV, must include all the following units of competency, or their superseded equivalent:
BSBSMB401A - Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
CPCCBC4012B - Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCPCM4011A - Carry out work-based risk control processes
CPCPCM4012A - Estimate and cost work
CPCPDR4011B - Design and size sanitary drainage systems
CPCPDR4012B - Design and size stormwater drainage systems
CPCPDR4013B - Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems
Do you currently hold, or have held within 12 months prior to application, a journeyperson Drainer licence for over 12 months? *
Do you have 12 months full-time experience in draining while licensed as a Journeyperson Drainer under the supervision of a licensed Advanced Sanitary Drainer? *
You will not be eligible for an Advanced Sanitary Drainer licence.
Can you provide evidence of completion of one of the following Certificate III qualifications in Plumbing issued within five (5) years prior to making the application and the Drainage Stream was completed to attain this qualification? *
CPC32408
CPC32411
CPC32412
CPC32413
You will not be eligible for a Journeyperson Drainer licence.
Do you hold a Certificate II in Drainage issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
You will not be eligible for an Operative Drainer licence.

Licence history declarations

Have you previously held a Drainer licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Drainer licence/s details

Licence
Is your licence as a Drainer, in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Drainer licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Drainer licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Certified copy of Certificate IV CPC40912, CPC40911, CPC40909 or CPC40908
File:
Reference from licensed Advanced Sanitary Drainer
File:
Certified copy of Certificate III CPC32408, CPC32411, CPC32412 or CPC32413, including transcripts
File:
Certificate II in Drainage
File:
Details of suspension, cancellation or refusal of Drainer licence
File:
Details of Drainer licence conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
File:

Electrician licence requirements

Construction Licence Application
Fields marked with * are required

Electrician class and functions

What class of electrical licence are you applying for? *
This licence authorises electrical wiring work without supervision and can supervise electrical wiring work undertaken by others.
This permit authorises wiring work under supervision and incidental electrical work. This class of licence is used for applicants who need to undertake further training in order to become fully qualified for an unrestricted licence.
Please note this permit is to be used while an individual undertakes further studies to obtain an Unrestricted Licence. This permit will only be renewed in limited circumstances.
This licence authorises incidental wiring work in relation to electrical fitting disconnection and reconnection work.
This licence authorises incidental wiring work in relation to mechanical fitting disconnection and reconnection work.
This licence authorises incidental wiring work in relation to plumbing and gas fitting disconnection and reconnection work.
This licence authorises incidental wiring work in relation to refrigeration and air conditioning disconnection and reconnection work.
This licence authorises incidental wiring work in relation to disconnection and reconnection of type B gas appliances.
This permit authorises incidental wiring work under the supervision of a licensee with the appropriate licence for the work (see licence categories above). This permit may be issued in conjunction with a practical experience log book.
Please note this permit is to be used while an individual undertakes further studies to obtain an Unrestricted Licence. This permit will only be renewed in limited circumstances.
Indicate which category of Restricted Permit you are applying for: *
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Electrician class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Electrician class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Electrician evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Can you provide evidence of successful completion of one of the following Certificate III qualifications in Electrotechnology Electrician issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
UEE30811
UEE30807
UEE30806
UTE31199
The acceptable qualification (referenced above) must contain one of the following units of competency that has not been obtained through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
UEENEEG005B
UEENEEG105A
UEENEEG005A
NUE 505A
NUE 505B
You will not be eligible for an Unrestricted Electrician licence.
Qualification type *
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician issued more than five (5) years prior to application; or
a Trade Certificate for Electrical Mechanic/Fitter issued by an RTO? *
Can you provide evidence of enrolment with a registered training organisation to obtain a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician acceptable for obtaining an Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence? *
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of a qualification that has been assessed by an RTO as requiring additional units of competency to be completed for it to become equivalent to the qualification acceptable for obtaining an Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence? *
Completion of these additional units of competency is referred to as "gap training" and cannot exceed 18 months of part time study.
Can you provide a statement from an RTO confirming enrolment in gap training and listing the units of competency required to achieve a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician? *
Do you have a supervisor who is adequately licensed as an unrestricted electrician to supervise the work performed under the permit? *
You will not be eligible for an Electrotechnology Systems Permit licence.
Option one
Do you have a Certificate III in Electrical Fitting UEE33011 issued within five (5) years prior to application? *
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of a Certificate III in refrigeration and air conditioning UEE32211, UEE31307 or UEE31306 issued within five (5) years prior to application? *
Option two
Can you provide evidence of completion of one of the following qualifications? *
a Certificate III in Electrical Fitting UEE33011 issued within five (5) years prior to application; or
a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Assembly and Servicing (UTE30104, UTE30199); or
a trade certificate in electrical fitting
Have you successfully completed one of the following qualifications? *
a trade certificate in the mechanical (services) trades
a Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications, (UEE30411, UEE30407, UEE30406, UEE30699)
a Certificate III in Electronics and Communications, (UEE30911, UEE30910, UEE30906, UEE30907)
an equivalent trade certificate
Do you hold an ACT (COLA) licence in the occupation of plumber or gasfitter (excluding journeyperson)? *
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration UTE30999; or
evidence of successful completion of a trade qualification in refrigeration and/or air conditioning issued more than five (5) years prior to application? *
Do you hold a construction occupation licence as an Unrestricted Type B or Restricted Type B - Level 1 Gas Appliance Worker? *
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of the unit of competency UEENEEP016A Locate and Rectify Faults in Low Voltage Appliances? *
Can you provide evidence of current enrolment in one of the following units of competency? *
UEENEEP010A - Disconnect/reconnect appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring;
UEENEEP012A - Disconnect/reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring;
UEENEEP014A - Disconnect/reconnect water heaters connected to low voltage installation wiring;
UEENEEP015A - Disconnect/reconnect motors connected to low voltage installation wiring
Can you provide evidence of completion of one of the following units of competency in disconnect/reconnect issued within five (5) years prior to application? *
UEENEEP010A - Disconnect/reconnect appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring
UEENEEP012A - Disconnect/reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring
UEENEEP014A - Disconnect/reconnect water heaters connected to low voltage installation wiring
UEENEEP015A - Disconnect/reconnect motors connected to low voltage installation wiring
UEENEEP001A - Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired electrical equipment connected to a Low Voltage supply
UEENEEP001B - Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired electrical equipment connected to a Low Voltage supply
Can you provide evidence of completion of one of the following units of competency in locate/rectify faults within five (5) years prior to application? *
UEENEEP016A - Locate and Rectify Faults in Low Voltage Appliances
UEENEEP017A - Locate and rectify faults in low voltage composite appliances using set procedures
UEENEEP018A - Locate and rectify faults in low voltage control devices using set procedures
UEENEEP019A - Locate and rectify faults in low voltage water heaters using set procedures
UEENEEP020A - Locate and rectify faults in low voltage motors using set procedures
UEENEEP007B - Locate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage equipment following prescribed procedures
UEENEEP007A - Locate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage equipment following prescribed procedures
Do you have one of the following qualifications? *
Trade certificate in the mechanical (services) trades
Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications (UEE30411, UEE30407, UEE30406 or UEE30699)
Do you have a current Accreditation for Type B Gas Appliances under the Gas Safety (Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004). *
Can you provide a statement from your employer, or from yourself if self-employed, stating the principal trade to which the incidental electrical work applies, and the need for the restricted electrical permit in that trade? *
You will not be eligible for a Restricted - Electrotechnology Systems Assembly and Servicing Electrical Fitting licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted - Electrotechnology Systems Mechanical Fitting licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted - Electrotechnology systems Plumbing and Gas fitting licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted - Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration and Air Conditioning licence.
You will not be eligible for a Restricted Electrotechnology Systems Type B Gas Appliances licence.
You will not be eligible for an Electrotechnology systems assembly and servicing electrical fitting permit.
You will not be eligible for an Electrotechnology systems mechanical fitting permit.
You will not be eligible for an Electrotechnology systems plumbing and gas fitting permit.
You will not be eligible for an Electrotechnology systems refrigeration and air conditioning permit.
You will not be eligible for an Electrotechnology systems type B gas appliances permit.
Have you previously held an Electrician licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Electrician licence/s details

Licence
Is your licence as an Electrician in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had an Electrician licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Electrician licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Cerified copy of Certificate III qualifications in Electrotechnology Electrician
File:
Certified copy of Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or Trade Certificate for Electrical Mechanic/Fitter issued by an RTO
File:
Certified copy of Trade Certificate for Electrical Mechanic/Fitter issued by an RTO
File:
Evidence of enrolment to obtain Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
File:
Statement from your supervisor
File:
Certified copy of qualification assessed by RTO as requiring additional units of competency to become equivalent to qualification acceptable for obtaining an Unrestricted Electrician’s Licence.
File:
Statement from RTO confirming enrolment in gap training and listing units of competency required to achieve a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
File:
Certified copy of Certificate III in Electrical Fitting UEE33011 issued within five (5) years prior to application
File:
Certified copies of Certificate III in Electrical Fitting or Electrotechnology Assembly and Servicing or trade certificate in electrical fitting.
File:
Certified copies of the transcript showing completion of unit of competency in disconnect/reconnect
File:
Certified copies of the transcript showing completion of unit of competency in locate/rectify faults
File:
Letter from employer stating the principal trade to which the incidental electrical work applies, and the need for the restricted electrical licence in that trade.<br/>This letter must include the name and licence number of the person who will be supervising your work.
File:
Certified copies of Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications or Certificate III in Electronics and Communications or equivalent trade certificate.
File:
Copy of Plumber or gasfitter licence
File:
Certified copy of Certificate III in refrigeration and air conditioning UEE32211, UEE31307 or UEE31306.
File:
Certified copy of Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration UTE30999 or trade qualification in refrigeration and/or air conditioning
File:
Certified copy of unit of competency UEENEEP016A Locate and Rectify Faults in Low Voltage Appliances
File:
Evidence of enrolment in UEENEEP010A, UEENEEP012A, UEENEEP014A or UEENEEP015A units
File:
Details of suspension, cancellation or refusal of Drainer licence
File:
Details of Drainer licence conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
File:

Owner Builder licence requirements

Construction Licence Application
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Site details

If you require help with suburb/district, section or block details, visit ACTMAPi.

Description of building work

Appointed building certifier and building approval details

Building class

Are you applying for an Owner Builder licence to construct a building that is classified under the Building Code of Australia as a *

Owner Builder evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Do you have an Owner Builder course certificate issued in the last 5 years for an ACT Class A, B or C Builder licence or interstate equivalent? *
Do you have an Owner Builder course certificate issued after 1 January 2011 for an ACT Class A, B, C or D Builder’s licence or interstate equivalent? *
You will not be eligible for an Owner Builder licence.

Licence history declarations

Are you a lessee of the land where the proposed construction is to take place? *
You will not be eligible for a licence. Only an individual lessee of the land can be issued with an Owner Builder licence.
Have you previously held an Owner Builder licence in the ACT within the last five years on a different block of land? *
You will not be eligible for a licence. Owner Builder licences cannot be issued to an individual who has been granted an Owner Builder licence within the last five years prior to making this application unless it was for the same parcel of land.
Is the building work in relation to your main home or ancillary to that home? *
You will not be eligible for a licence.

Lessees

Are there any other lessees of the land where the building work is to be undertaken? *
Lessee
Access Canberra will contact the lessees to verify their authorisation.

Required attachments

Cop of building approval
File:
Ensure that the Building Approval stamp is clear and the type of work being undertaken is clear. A Building Approval must be obtained from a Private Certifier.
Owner Builder course certificate for ACT Class A/B/C Builder licence or interstate equivalent
File:
Owner Builder course certificate for ACT Class A/B/C/D Builder licence or interstate equivalent
File:

Plumber licence requirements

Construction Licence Application
Fields marked with * are required

Plumber class and functions

A Plumber is an entity that provides, has provided or proposes to provide a plumbing service. A plumbing service is the doing or supervision of sanitary plumbing work or water supply plumbing work.
What class of plumbing licence are you applying for? *
Licence authorises sanitary plumbing work without supervision.
Licence authorises water supply plumbing work including fire sprinkler work for class 1 and 2 buildings in relation to pipework of 25mm diameter or less.
Licence authorises sanitary plumbing work under the supervision of a licensee with sanitary plumbing licence.
Licence authorises fire sprinkler work and work on a fire hydrant or fire hose connection point.
Licence authorises fire sprinkler work and work on a fire hydrant or fire hose connection point, under the supervision of a licensee with fire sprinkler fitter licence.
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Plumber class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Plumber class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Plumber evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Can you provide evidence of completion, or partial completion, of one of the following Certificate IV qualifications in Plumbing and Services issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
CPC40912
CPC40911
CPC40909
CPC40908
The Certificate IV, or partial Certificate IV, must include all the following units of competency, or their superseded equivalent:
CPCPWT4011B - Design and size heated and cold water services and systems
BSBSMB401A - Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
CPCCBC4012B - Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCPCM4011A - Carry out work-based risk control processes
CPCPSN4011B - Design and size sanitary plumbing systems
CPCPCM4012A - Estimate and cost work
Do you currently hold, or have held within 12 months prior to application, a Journeyperson Plumber licence for over 12 months? *
Do you have 12 months full-time experience in plumbing work while licensed as a Journeyperson Plumber under the supervision of a licensed Sanitary Plumber? *
You will not be eligible for a Sanitary Plumber licence.
Do you have 12 months full-time experience in water services and general plumbing work while licensed as a Journeyperson Plumber under the supervision of a licensed Sanitary or Water Supply Plumber? *
You will not be eligible for a Water Supply Plumber licence.
Can you provide evidence of completion of one of the following Certificate III qualifications in Plumbing issued within five (5) years prior to making the application and were the Water Stream, Sanitary Stream and Roofing Stream completed to attain this qualification? *
BCP30103
CPC32408
CPC32411
CPC32412
CPC32413
You will not be eligible for a Journeyperson Plumber licence.
Can you provide evidence of completion of the following units of competency from the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40912 issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
CPCPWT4011B - Design and size heated and cold water services and systems
CPCCBC4012B - Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCPCM4011A - Carry out work based risk control processes
CPCPCM4012A - Estimate and cost work
BSBSMB401A - Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
Do you have 12 months full-time experience in fire sprinkler fitting while licensed as a Journeyperson Fire Sprinkler Fitter under the supervision of a licensed Fire Sprinkler Fitter? *
You will not be eligible for a Fire Sprinkler Fitter licence.
Can you provide evidence of successful completion of, or completion of an apprenticeship that includes, a Certificate III in Fire Protection CPC32813 issued within five (5) years prior to making the application? *
You will not be eligible for a Journeyperson Fire Sprinkler Fitter licence.

Endorsement

The Construction Occupations Registrar may endorse a licence holder (in addition to what the scope of licence already authorises) if satisfied that licensee can safely and competently perform the additional works.
Do you have additional qualifications or training relevant to each endorsement above? *
The Construction Occupations Registrar will take into consideration any demerit activity or disciplinary action recorded against the applicant under the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004.

Licence history declarations

Have you previously held a Plumber licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Plumber licence/s details

Licence
Is your licence as a Plumber in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Plumber licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Plumber licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Certified copy of Certificate IV CPC40912, CPC40911, CPC40909 or CPC40908
File:
Journeyperson Plumber licence
File:
Reference from licensed Sanitary Plumber.
File:
Reference from licensed Sanitary or Water Supply Plumber.
File:
Certificate III BCP30103, CPC32408, CPC32411, CPC32412 or CPC32413
File:
Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40912
File:
Reference from the licensed Fire Sprinkler Fitter.
File:
Certificate III in Fire Protection CPC32813
File:
Evidence of any additional qualifications/training relevant to plumber endorsement
File:
Details of suspension, cancellation or refusal of plumber licence
File:
Details of plumber licence conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
File:

Plumbing Plan Certifier licence requirements

Construction Licence Application
Fields marked with * are required

Plumbing Plan Certifier class and functions

A Plumbing Plan Certifier is an entity that provides, has provided or proposes to provide a plumbing certification service. A plumbing certification service is the doing of plumbing plan certification work under the Water and Sewerage Act 2000.
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT Plumbing Plan Certifier licence? *
If you want to renew your Plumbing Plan Certifier licence, use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Plumbing Plan Certifier evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Select method one or method two to prove your eligibility: *
Do you have a registration by the Institution of Engineers Australia on the national professional engineers register in the area of practice of "building services"? *
Do you have a statement of competency in hydraulic systems from the Institution of Engineers Australia? *
Can you demonstrate that you have knowledge of AS/NZS 3500 - Plumbing and Drainage? *
You will not be eligible for a Plumbing Plan Certifier licence.
Do you have a sanitary Plumber licence and an Advanced Sanitary Drainer licence that you have held for a minimum of three years? *
Have you successfully completed the backflow prevention course issued by a Registered Training Organisation? *
You will not be eligible for a Plumbing Plan Certifier licence.

Insurance requirements

A Plumbing Plan Certifier must have adequate insurance to be eligible for a licence. The insurance certificate must state that the applicant is an insured person under the policy. In the event that the insurance policy is in a corporation’s name, then a Director of that corporation must also meet the minimum requirements as prescribed under 18(2) of the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Regulation 2004 (the regulation).Part 18(2) of the regulation states that an applicant is adequately insured if the applicant has professional indemnity insurance that provides:a) indemnity against claims for breach of professional duty as a Plumbing Plan Certifier; and
b) a minimum limit of indemnity of $1,000,000 for each period of insurance
Do you have indemnity insurance against claims for breach of professional duty as a Plumbing Plan Certifier and a minimum limit of indemnity of $1,000,000 for a single claim? *
You will not be eligible for a Plumbing Plan Certifier licence.

Licence history declarations

Have you previously held a Plumbing Plan Certifier licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Plumbing Plan Certifier licence/s details

Licence
Is your licence as a Plumbing Plan Certifier in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Plumbing Plan Certifier licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Plumbing Plan Certifier licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Registration by Institution of Engineers Australia
File:
Statement of competency in hydraulic systems from the Institution of Engineers Australia
File:
Detailed resume showing a history of working on AS/NZS 3500 and references from suitably licensed referees (individuals who currently hold a Plumbing Plan Certifier licence) that you have worked under.
File:
Evidence of completion of backflow prevention course
File:
Details of suspension, cancellation or refusal of plumbing plan certifier licence
File:
Details of plumbing plan certifier licence conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions
File:

Works Assessor licence requirements

Construction Licence Application
Fields marked with * are required

Works Assessor class and functions

A Works Assessor is an entity who provides, has provided or proposes to provide a works assessment service. A works assessment service is the doing of works assessment work. Works assessment work means:
(a) undertaking an exemption assessment under the Planning and Development Act 2007; or
(b) providing, including doing anything incidental to providing, a unit title assessment report under the Unit Titles Act 2001.
What class of Works Assessor licence are you applying for? *
(a) site work under the Building Act 2004 for a class 1 building or class 10 building or structure;
(b) development in relation to a class 1 building or class 10 building or structure, mentioned in the Planning and Development Regulation 2008, schedule 1, other than the following:
(i) division 1.3.6;
(ii) section 1.102 and section 1.103;
(iii) section 1.105 to section 1.112
Have you previously held or do you currently hold an ACT licence for the same Works Assessor class(es)? *
If you want to renew your licence for the same Works Assessor class(es), use the Construction Occupations Licence Renewal Applications form instead.

Works Assessor evidence of qualifications/eligibility

Do you have one of the following qualifications:
Certification as a Certified Practising Planner by the Planning Institute of Australia *
Registration with the Institution of Engineers Australia in the area of principal certifier-building (ACT) *
Accreditation as a Building Surveyor by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors. *
Do you have one of the following qualifications:
Membership with the Planning Institute of Australia *
Accreditation as an assistant Building Surveyor by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors. *
You will not be eligible for a Class B Works Assessor licence.
Do you have one of the following qualifications:
Registration with the National Engineering Registration Board in the engineering practice of either Civil or Structural *
Registration as an Architect with an Architect Board in any Australian jurisdiction *
Registration as a Land Surveyor in any Australian jurisdiction *
Registration as a Registered Landscape Architect with the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects *
Eligible for a class A or B Works Assessor - planning and development *
You will not be eligible for a Unit Title Works Assessor licence.

Licence history declarations

Have you previously held a Works Assessor licence elsewhere in Australia or overseas? *

Most recent Works Assessor licence/s details

Licence
Is your licence as a Works Assessor in Australia or overseas, currently suspended or cancelled? *
Have you previously had a Works Assessor licence cancelled, refused or suspended in Australia or overseas? *
Has your Works Assessor licence ever been subject to conditions, undertakings, limitations or restrictions in Australia or overseas? *

Required attachments

Certification as Certified Practising Planner by the Planning Institute of Australia
File:
Registration with Institution of Engineers Australia in the area of principal certifier-building (ACT)
File:
Accreditation as building surveyor by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors.
File:
Membership with the Planning Institute of Australia
File:
Accreditation assistant building surveyor by the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors.
File:
Registration with the National Engineering Registration Board in the engineering practice of either Civil or Structural
File:
Registration as an Architect with an Architect Board in any Australian jurisdiction
File:
Registration as Land Surveyor in any Australian jurisdiction
File:
Registration as Registered Landscape Architect with the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects
File:
Evidence of eligibility for a class A or B Works Assessor -- planning and development
File:
Details of suspension, cancellation or refusal of works assessor licence
File:

Evidence of financial resources

Construction Licence Application
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Evidence of financial resources is required to help demonstrate your ability to fulfil contractual obligations when providing construction services. Failure to provide information below may result in your licence being refused.
Do you have access to financial resources adequate to complete works performed under the licence applied for? *
Do you wish to only operate as an employee under the licence applied for? *
If you do not wish to have a licence restricted to employee only, then you must ensure you have financial resources as requested above or you may be ineligible for a licence.
Are you currently, or previously have been, deemed bankrupt or personally insolvent? *
Details and official documentation of bankruptcy/insolvency
File:

Construction licence history declarations

Construction Licence Application
Fields marked with * are required
Are you disqualified under the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004, or a corresponding prior Act, from applying for licence, or being licensed, in a construction occupation? *
Have you ever been, or are you currently, the subject of complaints, occupational discipline, demerit activity or rectification orders whilst licensed under the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004, a corresponding prior Act, or the law of another jurisdiction in Australia or overseas, where those proceedings were not finalised? *
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offence that involves fraud, dishonesty or violence and is punishable by imprisonment of 1 year or more? *
Please note: Spent convictions under the Spent Convictions Act 2000 do not need to be included in this declaration.
You must provide comprehensive details in an attachment to this application and a recent criminal history check (in the last three months).
Please note: It is an offence to advertise licensable construction services as an individual without including the above.

Required attachments

Details of disqualification from applying for licence, or being licensed, in a construction occupation
File:
Details of complaints, occupational discipline, demerit activity or rectification orders
File:
Details of conviction of a criminal offence
File:
Recent criminal history check (in the last three months)
File:

Consent and application declaration

Construction Licence Application
Fields marked with * are required
I,
make the following declaration:
I authorise and consent:
I acknowledge:
Should I be issued with a construction occupations licence I undertake:

Payment

Construction Licence Application
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