802Authorisation to supply optical devices—Act, s 74 (1) (b)

802 Authorisation to supply optical devices—Act, s 74 (1) (b) (1) To the extent necessary to practise optometry and, if employed, within the scope of employment, an optometrist is authorised to supply optical devices on prescription issued by an optometrist or doctor. Note Supply includes dispense (see Act, s 24). (2) To the extent necessary to practise as an optician and, if employed, within the scope of employment, an optician is authorised to supply optical devices on prescription issued by an optometrist or doctor.

Therapeutic goods Chapter 22 (3) Within the scope of employment, an employee of an optometrist is authorised to sell and deliver optical devices supplied under subsection (1) or (2).