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  Explains what consumers should consider when installing solar panels in on a home
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  Information on plumbing standards in Tasmania including the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA)
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  General information on plumbing work which can be done by someone without a plumbing licence
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  Accredited and authorised onsite wastewater management systems, composting toilets and hybrid systems
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  Information on the plumbing product certification scheme (WaterMark)
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- CPD events calendar
  Listing of CPD activities - Calendar and other Training Sources
- CPD - Additional training resources
  Alphabetic listing of additional training resources - ongoing, online and face to face CPD activities provided by Training Providers
- Occupational Licensing (Building Services Work) Determination CPD activities
  Information on approved activities related to the Occupational Licensing (Building Services Work) Determination
- Occupational Licensing (Continuing Professional Development) Determination 2018 CPD activities
  Information on approved activities related to the Occupational Licensing (Continuing Professional Development) Determination 2018
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  Online and ongoing training resources available both online and in person
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  Directs the Training Providers through the process of applying for CPD points, and provides the application form, meeting the criteria and the assessment.
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  Complete list of all fees administered by Building Standards Tasmania
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  The CAT newsletter is aimed at trade professionals and has replaced Connections magazine.
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