New appointments to ARC board
The Australian Refrigeration Council has appointed a new Chairperson and four new Directors to its board. No further details on the appointees were provided.
Who are the new ARC board appointments and what does it mean for refrigeration licensing?
Affects refrigeration and air conditioning technicians (hvac) who are licensed and regulated by the ARC. Board changes may influence future licensing policy.
Key takeaways
- The Australian Refrigeration Council has named a new Chairperson to lead its board.
- Four new Directors have also joined the ARC board alongside the new Chair.
- The ARC oversees licensing for refrigeration and air conditioning workers across Australia.
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