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Air-conditioning installations

Who can do what?

An electrical contracting licence is required to install an air-conditioning unit.

Only an electrical mechanic can install wiring between the inside and outside units or perform installation work on the circuit supplying an air-conditioner.

A restricted electrical licence is intended to allow a non-electrical tradesperson capacity to safely perform simple electrical maintenance tasks incidental to their trade.

A refrigeration mechanic holding a restricted electrical licence cannot perform electrical installation work.

But a refrigeration mechanic with a restricted licence can disconnect and reconnect electrical equipment and replace like with like electrical components of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

Electricity is dangerous and electrical safety inspections have revealed incorrect and unsafe air-conditioning installations carried out under restricted licences. Severe penalties may be incurred for unlicensed work.

Last updated July 16, 2009