Licensing / Registration

Electrical Licensing and Registration

In Tasmania (as in all other States and Territories) the Government has legislated to regulate who can undertake electrical installation work.  This is due to the inherent danger of electricity and the potentially fatal consequences when unskilled an unlicensed persons undertake electrical work.

Only registered electrical contractors can contract to the general public to undertake electrical installation work.  Similarly electrical installation work can only be undertaken by licensed electricians.

Workplace Standards Tasmania are responsible for licensing and technical safety for the electricity industry in Tasmania and they can be contacted at 1300 366 322 or email them here

It is illegal for an unlicensed person to undertake electrical installation work in Tasmania.  Persons who do undertake such work can be prosecuted in the courts and subject to substantial financial penalties.  In addition, home owners with illegal wiring may find that they are not covered by the Home Building insurance policy in the event of a fire which can be traced to the illegal wiring as the cause of the fire.

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NECA strongly recommends that consumers seek written quotes from three registered electrical contractors.  The quotes should clearly specify the work to be undertaken and the total cost of that work.  Any variations to the scope and/or cost of the work should also be clearly stated in writing and agreed beforehand.

Working Interstate

If you are considering working interestate you will need to contact the relevant state or territory regulatory authority to establish what legal requirements there are for operating as a contractor and electrician.  Contact details can be found by clicking here