QGA Membership
Keeping the Gas Industry Safe & Secure
We are an association for gas professionals who take a dedicated approach to gas safety and to representing the interests of the gas industry.
Membership of QGA benefits everyone who works in the gas industry, from gasfitters to plumbers, gas/electrical specialists, gas engineers, manufacturers, service companies, energy suppliers and associates.
Why Join Queensland Gas Association?
The benefits of QGA membership are substantial, and include:
- Access to a series of Australian Gas Standards – great savings
- Professional Development and Technical Sessions
- Industry advice and assistance, including field trips
- Legal Advice
- And Additional Benefits
Access to a series of Australian Standards
QGA members receive access to a series of current Australian Gas Standards, providing a significant saving while ensuring you have the knowledge required to comply with the standards. Standards can be quickly and simply downloaded for you to read and/or print for reference.
As a QGA member, you’ll receive access to the following standards:
- AS 3814 – Industrial and commercial gas fired appliances
- AS/NZS 1596 – Storage and handling of LP gas
- AS/NZS 5601.1 – Gas installations – general
- AS/NZS 5601.2 - Gas Installations – LP gas installations in caravans and boats for non-propulsive purposes
- AS 4575 - Gas Appliances – servicing of Type A appliances
Industry Advice and Assistance
- Need support or advice? Want to get on with the job at hand, but you want to double-check an issue first? QGA members can call and speak with our team of professionals regarding any technical issues, and we’ll help resolve any queries you have may.
- Members can call our Technical Committee for support, guidance, and assistance regarding the process for the approval of gas appliances.
- Enjoy the advantages of networking with certified and experienced persons throughout Queensland during our Technical Sessions. QGA members benefit from meeting, learning from and building working relationships with industry experts.
- Enhance your learning experience with our interesting and enjoyable Technical PD field trips with fellow members.
Additional Benefits
- QGA members enjoy the benefits of being promoted to potential customers via our exclusive, members only directory. People can search the directory on our website to locate a gasfitter near them – is that you?
- Your website link can be added also (for Company members)
- Members receive a Logo Pack for you/your business to utilise
- Receive QGA emails with updates on what is happening in the gas industry, special events and legislation changes, training and standards.
- Receive Gas Suppliers & Manufacturer’s member offers!
Legal Advice
Queensland Gas Association works closely with law firm Cornwalls, who assist gas contractors with legal issues. QGA members can contact Cornwalls to received plain English legal advice for up to 20 minutes, free of charge. This legal advice includes:
- A preliminary overview of your legal rights and obligations
- Your options - and the pros and cons of each
- An explanation of the steps involved
- How long the process can take
- An estimate of the costs
- What action you can take yourself
- How to avoid similar problems in the future
QGA Membership Levels
* Prices are effective from 1 July 2023 and are quoted for annual membership fees. Price includes GST.
Individual Member
- EXTRA BENEFITS
- Access to all member benefits including -
- Your profile shown in QGA directory - including your own page
- Display your individual profile in QGA Directory
- Be found for anyone seeking a Gas Specialist
- Access to member only area of QGA website
- Member access to a series of Gas Standards
- Individual memberships are for anyone over the age of 18 years engaged in the Gas Industry. Includes employees in the following:
- Appliance Manufacture/Importation
- Certified Gas Services Personnel
- Energy Supply Personnel
- Associate Organisation Members
- Gas Appliance Retail/Wholesale
- Leisure Industries Personnel
- Government Employees
- Retirees in any of the above
Company Member
- EXTRA BENEFITS
- Access to all member benefits including -
- Your profile shown in QGA directory - including your own page
- Display up to 4 people on your directory listing
- Your website link added to your QGA Listing
- Be found for anyone seeking a Gas Specialist
- Access to member only area of QGA website
- Member access to a series of Gas Standards
- This membership category is engaged in delivery of services to Gas Consumer Equipment. Includes Automotive Installers/ Service, Caravan & Marine Installers / Service, Teaching Institutions, Government Agencies, and includes the Master Plumbers
- * Includes one x individual endorse Member
Additional Members
- Individuals who are employed by a Manufacturer, Importer or Energy Supply Member
Energy Supply Member
- EXTRA BENEFITS
- Access to all member benefits including -
- Display up to 4 people
- Your profile shown in QGA directory - including your own page
- Your website link added to your QGA Listing
- Be found for anyone seeking a Gas Specialist
- Access to member only area of QGA website
- Member access to a series of Gas Standards
- This membership category is for down stream gas suppliers of natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas
- * Includes one individual endorse Member.
Manufacturers & Importers Member
- EXTRA BENEFITS
- Access to all member benefits including -
- Display up to 4 people
- Your profile shown in QGA directory - including your own page
- Your website link added to your QGA Listing
- Be found for anyone seeking a Gas Specialist
- Access to member only area of QGA website
- Member access to a series of Gas Standards
- This membership category is for gas appliance and gas component manufacturers and importers.
- * Includes one individual endorse Member
Associate Member
- EXTRA BENEFITS
- Access to all member benefits including -
- Your profile shown in QGA directory - including your own page
- Display your individual profile in QGA Directory
- Be found for anyone seeking a Gas Specialist
- Access to member only area of QGA website
- Member access to a series of Gas Standards
- This membership category is for organisations or associations in the restaurant and catering industry, commercial equipment design, hospitality industry, other gas industry associations and businesses.
Government Departments & Agencies
- EXTRA BENEFITS
- Access to all member benefits including -
- Your profile shown in QGA directory - including your own page
- Display an individual profile in QGA Directory
- Be found for anyone seeking a Gas Specialist
- Access to member only area of QGA website
- Member access to a series of Gas Standards
- This Membership Category is for Government Departments and Agencies
Apprentice
- EXTRA BENEFITS
- Access to all member benefits including -
- Your profile shown in QGA directory - including your own page
- Display your individual profile in QGA Directory
- Be found for anyone seeking a Gas Specialist
- Access to member only area of QGA website
- Member access to a series of Gas Standards
- For anyone currently completing an Apprenticeship Program in Gas Fitting, with a Registered Training Organisation, QGA membership is complimentary throughout the term of the Apprenticeship.
The QGA offers you a value packed membership
As your dedicated industry association, QGA creates value for members, provides the opportunity for meaningful community engagement, educates and provides leadership. We are dedicated to continuous improvement for ourselves and our value members.
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