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Codes of Practice - download a copy today |
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The codes of practice are practical guides on how to comply with legal duties under the ozone legislation. As part of your licence obligations, your work practices should mirror the codes of practice. This means you are actively working to reduce emissions of harmful refrigerant into the atmosphere, as well as practicing safe, efficient and professional work processes. If you do not have a copy of the relevant codes of practice at your work, you can download a copy from the ARC website. |
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Australian Government announces intention to phase-down HFCs |
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On 11 August 2015 the Australian Government announced Australia would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 26-28 per cent on 2005 levels by 2030. Included in this announcement was an intention to fast track work in Australia to 'reduce domestic HFC (hydrofluorocarbon) emissions by 85 per cent by 2036, in-line with the most ambitious phase-down proposals under the Montreal Protocol'. HFCs are generally potent synthetic greenhouse gases. They are commonly used in Australia in refrigeration and air conditioning and fire protection equipment, medical aerosols, foam and as solvents. Common HFC refrigerants are R134a, R410A and R404A. |
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Home-grown innovation helping the environment |
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The success of the environmental licence scheme in reducing emissions of harmful refrigerants into the atmosphere is aided by innovation. Two such innovations have been brought to our attention recently. Both A-Gas and JVAC have produced initiatives that make refrigerant safety, quality and recovery a prime focus - and we wanted to shine a light on these creative ideas. |
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State of licensing |
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A refrigeration and air conditioning technician working in Australia must meet national and state / territory licensing requirements covering environmental, safety and consumer
protection - depending on what state they are working in. The one national licence requirement is the ARCTick licence. So, regardless of the state or territory, if you are working on refrigeration and air conditioning equipment where there is a risk that ozone depleting substances or synthetic greenhouse gases may be emitted (now and into the future),
then an appropriate ARCTick licence is required. The ARC has worked with various state-based licensing authorities to provide you with a simple guideline on the different state-based licences that might
also be required for RAC work in your state or territory, depending on your trade. |
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Australian Auto Code of Practice 2008 |
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The current Automotive Code of Practice for handling refrigerants was created in 2008, and is underpinned by the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989. A review of the Automotive Code of Practice is being considered by a Working Group whose members are stakeholders from the automotive air conditioning and refrigerants sectors. At their most recent meeting discussions focussed on two key areas - highlighting the variety of uses of the Codes of Practice and issues that might be considered in a review. |
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MORE NEWS |
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ARC Member Profile: Vehicle Air Conditioning Specialists Association (VASA) » read more
Do the 'ARCTick licence checklist' before summer hits » read more
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Website: www.arctick.org | ARC Hotline: 1300 88 44 83 |
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