Accreditation of a Person to Install and Repair LNG Fuel Systems in Motor Vehicles - Victoria

Description

You will require this accreditation if you intend to install or repair Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) fuel systems in motor vehicles. This accreditation exists to ensure LNG fuel systems are installed safely.

Accreditation allows you to carry out LNG conversions and service and repair work on motor vehicles. Restricted accreditation is also available, which authorises you to perform service and repair work only on LNG fuel systems in VicRoads registered workshops. Registration allows businesses to perform conversions whilst accreditation is for individuals.

Repair work means work that involves opening the high pressure LNG lines to the atmosphere.

Please consult the responsible agency for more information and to ascertain the level of compliance (if any) that may be required.

Service type

Licence

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

Eligibility requirements

In order to be eligible for accreditation you must:

  • have adequate LNG industry work experience
  • be suitably trade qualified
  • complete the relevant LNG training package
  • submit the required documentation
  • pay any required fees.

Please consult the Automotive Alternative Fuels Registration Board for further information.

Ongoing eligibility requirements

You will need to notify the VicRoads, in writing of any change to your address, and must keep adequate records as specified by the VicRoads.

Duration

Accreditation must be renewed annually.

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Amount Description
Apply Application All $87.80

Accreditation application.
Apply Application All $712.80 Business registration fee.

Forms

Task Business Structure Resources
Apply All LNG Restricted Accreditation Application - Please contact the responsible agency for application forms and registration details.
Apply All LNG Accreditation Application - Please contact the responsible agency for application forms and registration details.
Apply All LNG Registration Application - Please contact the responsible agency for application forms and registration details.

Act(s) name

Road Safety Act 1986 Victoria

Regulation(s) name

Road Safety (Vehicles) Regulations 2009 Victoria

Application process

Apply

Please lodge your application (together with payment) directly with the AAFRB.

Additional information

All LNG installations must comply with the requirements of Australian Standard AS/NZS 2739 and be fitted with an acceptable natural gas compliance plate. Compliance plates are only issued to Victorian businesses that are registered with VicRoads.

Administering agency

Department of Transport

VicRoads