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Restricted plumbing permits allow eligible gasfitters and electricians to disconnect, remove, install and connect a compression union, a temperature/pressure relief valve or an expansion control valve in the course of removing, removing and reinstalling or replacing a water heater on a strictly like-for-like basis, provided that the following circumstances apply:
Applicants for a restricted plumbing permits are required to hold either:
Applicants are also required to have completed a training course approved by the Plumbers Licensing Board and to be deemed a ‘fit and proper’ person to hold a restricted plumbing permit. The current training required is successful completion of the unit of competency Exchange Water Heating Systems. Further information on obtaining a restricted plumbing permit is available by calling 1300 489 099.
An application fee is payable at the time of lodging an application.
* Please note: Application fee is non-refundable; and GST is not payable.
Form 106 – Restricted plumbing permit application form.
Fees are available from the fee schedule.
If your application is unsuccessful the licence fee will automatically be refunded and posted to the address specified on the application form above.
All licences are valid for three years from the date of approval.
Should you have any queries regarding your application please contact 1300 489 099.
Information on restricted permits
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