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Approval to operate a recognised astronomical organisation - Queensland

Description

You will need this approval if you intend to operate as a recognised astronomical organisation (RAO). Once recognised, authorised officers for the astronomical organisation can apply to possess restricted laser pointers. Restricted laser pointers have an output of greater than 1 milliwatt but less than 20 milliwatts.

You can possess or acquire a restricted laser pointers if you have a reasonable excuse, including:

  • being a member of a RAO
  • being personally supervised by a member of a RAO
  • taking part in activities associated with an RAO.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible, you must:

  • be an incorporated organisation
  • have current financial members
  • provide advice to member on laser pointers
  • meet the storage requirements detailed in the regulations
  • provide members' personal details for background checks.

Duration

As specified

Fees

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Task Type Business Structure Description
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This application attracts no fee.

Forms

Administering agency

Queensland Police Service

Weapons Licensing

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