Can an electrician fix a phone line?
Traditional, old-style phone lines are becoming a thing of the past as many homes move to modern internet systems like VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). Due to the phasing out of older telephones, fixing a phone system has become more complex with varied technologies and cabling used in homes and businesses.
To carry out phone cabling or internet cabling in Australia your electrician must hold a current and valid Registered Cabler Licence from the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority. This licencing ensures that your electrician has had the required training in cabling and that the work is carried out according to the Wiring Rules (Australian Standard AS/CA S009).
Different levels of cabling work
Depending on the work involved your tradesperson will need either an open or restricted cabling licence. Australian regulation requires that cablers have specific endorsements under their ACMA licenses which allow them to work with specialist cabling, eg fibre optic.
Phone cabling repairs and installations
Ensuring your electrician, data cabler, or phone repair technician has the correct licence for the work you need to be carried out on your telephone line means you’re covered if problems occur down the track. Don’t hesitate to ask your tradesperson for details on their cabling licence.