1. Import and export must use A-Tick in accordance with the following steps:

(1) The product performs ACA technical standard testing;

(2) Register with ACA to use A-Tick;

(3) Fill out the "Declaration of Conformity Form" and keep it together with the product compliance record;

(4) Affix a label with the A-Tick logo on the communication product or equipment;

(5) Sell to consumers.

2. A-Tick requirements for telecommunications equipment

According to Section 21 of the Australian Telecommunications Act 1997, the Australian Communications and Media Authority is responsible for the technical management of consumer equipment and consumer connections related to telecommunications. For this purpose, ACMA has introduced a self-management system based on product labeling and compliance with relevant technical standards, which is implemented in accordance with the Telecommunications Label Notice 2001. The main purpose of the compliance requirements is to ensure that such products meet the relevant technical standards required by the management authority and are properly labeled before being provided or connected to the telecommunications network. The technical standards relate to the health and safety of users and operators of integrated telecommunications networks, the interconnection availability of telecommunications networks providing standard telephone services, and the implementation of emergency call services.

Australian manufacturers and importers or their authorized agents must affix the A-tiok label or non-compliant label to the products specified in the label notice.