Application Info
How do I become a registered cabler?
All cabling work, including telephone, data, fire and security
alarm systems cabling, that connects with the telecommunications
network must be performed by a registered cabler, or under the
direct supervision of a registered cabler. Under the Cabling
Provider Rules (CPRs), all cablers are required to register with an
ACMA-accredited registrar, accredited by the Australian
Communications and Media Authority (the ACMA).
You will need to complete the appropriate training modules to ensure
that you are competent to perform the cabling work according to the
Wiring Rules (Australian Standard AS/CA S009), which
ensure safety to consumers, cablers and the network.
You will need to sign a declaration that you are competent
before being able to register. You must provide evidence that you
meet the competency requirements. This evidence can be in the form
of:
- certificate(s) from a Registered Training Organisation showing
that you have attained the relevant competency, or
- a certificate of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) issued by
an accredited assessor.
This option is suitable for experienced cablers who have either
worked in a related cabling industry (eg. electrical) or have
previously performed telecommunications cabling, but do not hold a
current Australian cabling registration.
You must also submit evidence of appropriate experience.
The number of required hours are:
- Open registration - 360 hours
- Restricted registration - 80 hours
If you have not completed the relevant units of competency,
please contact a Registered Training Organisation to enrol.
Register with FPA Australia
Registering through the Fire Protection Association Australia
(FPA Australia) provides services to all registrants, particularly
those needing to register due to their work installing fire,
security and data/computer systems.
Download Application Form
Those registering through FPA Australia receive the
following:
- Registration card;
- Certificate of registration;
- Receipt of payment;
- Guides to adhering to the requirements of
the Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2014
(CPRs) for fire, security and data/computer systems*;
- Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2014
(CPRs);
* Some materials are under development and may not be
immediately available upon processing an application. These
documents will be distributed to successful registrants upon
publication.
To read the Cabling Provider Rules Fact Sheet, click here.
The Association is able to register technicians in all
categories - Open, Restricted and Lift. For more
details on the registration types, click here.
Click here to find out about the
background to the Cabling Provider Rules.
Click here to search
FPA Australia's database of registered cablers. You can
search by surname to check that your cabler has the
appropriate registration type.
Upgrading or Adding Competencies to Your
Registration?
Download Registration Upgrade Form
Lost Your Card?
Download Card Replacement Form