Real Estate in New South Wales, Australia:

- Scenario

The receptionist at Azure Beach Realty Group and has just spoken Jack Hastings, the landlord for 10 Mary Street, Newcastle, in regards to replacing the stove in his rental property. The landlord informed the receptionist that he was going to use a mate (retired electrician John Hastings) to install the new stove at his property. He has also mentioned that John would like to go on the agency Tradesperson list and asked if the Property Manager can please set up a meeting tomorrow, to discuss these matters with him and John. The receptionist informed the property manager (you) and has booked a meeting with the landlord and Jack for tomorrow as requested. Note: By law, any electrical installation work in NSW must be carried out by a licenced electrician. Contractors used by the agency must be able to supply the following documents: Copy of the relevant licence Copy of insurance documents Safe work Methods Policy ABN number

1.Identify whether the 'the friend (John Hastings)' has the required qualifications (licence, public liability Insurance, WH&S documentation) to complete the installation of the stove and become a listed tradesperson for your agency.

2.Explain to Mr Jack and John why you are unable to use John as an agency tradesperson or to install the stove. Refer to the legal requirement set out by NSW Fair Trading.