What does it mean to have a restrictive right under the OACETT Act to use...

1. What is a Restrictive Right?

Arestrictive right means that the title "Certified Engineering Technologist (CET)" is legally protected.

Only individuals whomeet OACETT certification requirementscan use theCET designation.

2. Legal Protection of the CET Title

The OACETT Actprevents unauthorized individuals from using the title.

Thisensures public trust and professional credibilityin the field of engineering technology.

3. Why Option C is Correct:

CET is a legally protected titleunder the OACETT Act.

Example: Atechnician who is not certified by OACETT cannot call themselves a CET.

4. Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

A (No one else can call themselves technologists)– Incorrect; other technologists exist, butCET is a protected title.

B (No one else can work as a technologist)– Individuals can workwithout certification, butthey cannot claim the CET title.

D (Technicians cannot work in Ontario)– Incorrect;C.Tech is another recognized certification for technicians.