The ACA has introduced a scheme to manage the radiofrequency spectrum through the imposition of radiocommunications standards . Standards are made where it is desirable to regulate equipment performance.
Standards apply to suppliers as well as users of equipment.
Radiocommunications standards apply to specific types of radiocommunications equipment. Not all radio devices are subject to standards, however their operation may be subject to other technical constraints, such as specific apparatus licence conditions or the technical provisions of a spectrum licence or a class licence . Mandatory standards , adopted by the ACA can also be obtained from any ACA Office . Copies of the standards can be purchased from any office of Standards Australia. The term 'possession for the purpose of operation' is not limited to someone merely having a non-standard device on his or her person, or on his or her premises.