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2021 Bulletins

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Electrical licensing disciplinary action

In February 2021, the Electrical Licensing Committee took disciplinary action against five licence holders including licence suspensions, QTP disqualifications, fines, audits and completion of competency units.
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COVID-19 rescue and resuscitation training exemptions

From 1 August 2021, exemptions for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), pole top rescue (PTR) and low voltage switch board rescue (LVR) training will no longer apply.
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Reminder: Electrical contractor licence details in advertising

Electrical contractors must include their registered name and licence number when advertising their business. Consumers can use our Electrical licence holder search to confirm your business is licensed and that your licence is current.
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Review of the Electrical Safety Act 2002

The Electrical Safety Act 2002 is under review, led by Mr Dick Williams who has more than 40 years of experience in the electrical industry and is the chair of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Board. The review will ensure Queensland’s electrical safety laws continue to provide high standards of safety for workers and communities, while recognising that new and emerging technologies have led to significant changes for electricity generation, storage and supply across the state.
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Infringement notices issued for unlicensed work

In the 2020 calendar year, Electrical Safety Office inspectors issued more than $83,000 in infringement notices for unlicensed electrical work and unlicenced electrical contracting.
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Electrical licensing disciplinary action

In November and December 2020, the Electrical Licensing Committee took disciplinary action against five licence holders.
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Free online training and learning opportunities for small business owners

The Queensland Small Business Skills Hub provides access for small businesses and their employees to around 400 free online courses.
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New Electrical Safety Board members

The new Electrical Safety Board for the 2020-23 term had its first meeting on 3 December 2020 where they were welcomed by Greg Skyring, Commissioner for Electrical Safety.
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