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Are all refrigerants subject to national
controls??
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No. There are national controls on all fluorocarbon refrigerants such
as HCFCs, HFCs and CFCs. These refrigerants can damage the ozone layer
and are potent greenhouse gases. Other ‘natural
refrigerants’ such as ammonia and hydrocarbons are not
subject to national controls. However their use may be controlled, for
health and safety or consumer protection, by state authorities.
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What do I need to acquire, store or dispose
of refrigerant gas?
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The Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Management Regulations
1995 provide that persons or businesses that acquire, store or dispose
of refrigerants must hold a current Refrigerant Trading Authorisation
issued by ARC on behalf of the Australian Government. This can be
obtained by submitting the Refrigerant Trading Authorisation
application form to ARC.
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Is a Refrigerant Trading Authorisation
required to sell pre-charged refrigeration or air conditioning units?
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NO. If the refrigerant is contained in equipment, such as a split
system air conditioner, a Refrigerant Trading Authorisation is not
required. However a refrigerant handling licence is required to install
this type of equipment. You should note that restrictions on the sale
of this type of equipment may apply in some states and territories.
Restrictions can be checked with the relevant state or territory
government authorities.
A Prechrged Equipment import licence is required if you intend to
import refrigeration or air conditioning equipment that contains and
HFC or HCFC refrigerant charge. More details can be found on the
Department of the Environment and Water Resources Website at :
http://www.environment.gov.au/atmosphere/ozone/index.html |
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Can my business be listed in
“find an authorised organisation”?
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YES. Complete a Refrigerant Trading Authorisation application form and
when approved your listing will appear under your nominated major
activity.
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