The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has announced a new initiative designed to support RAC technicians and businesses, by providing easy access to essential industry standards.
Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL) and Refrigerant Trading Authorisation (RTA) holders can view the curated set of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) Standards on the Standards Australia mobile app.
Permit holders can do this by using a sponsored voucher code that can be obtained via the ARC web site.
These standards offer comprehensive guidance across the full lifecycle of RAC systems, covering specification, design, installation, servicing, and end-of-life decommissioning.
Referenced in Section 135 of the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Regulations 1995 (Cth), these standards form part of the compliance framework for licensed technicians under the terms of their licence.
ARC CEO Glenn Evans said this initiative is about equipping the industry with the tools they need to uphold safety, environmental responsibility, and regulatory compliance.
“Making these Standards easily accessible is a step forward in strengthening industry capability and professionalism,” Evans said.
Permit holders can obtain a free voucher code via the ARC website at www.arcltd.org.au/standards. This code can then be redeemed through the Standards Australia Store for mobile-only access via the Standards Australia online store.
Please note that voucher codes are limited each month and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
“By facilitating access to these standards, ARC is helping to elevate industry standards, empower technicians, and promote best practice across the climate control sector,” Evans said.