As we all know, different types of police officers are performing vital roles at the front line of protecting the Australian general public, including but not limited to prevent crime, maintain law and order. CLY Tax Accountant Blackburn has been assisting many police officers over the years to prepare and lodge their tax returns in Blackburn and its surrounding areas (e.g., Blackburn South, Blackburn North) . Our Blackburn accountant helped police officer to keep a close eye on their legitimate work-related deductions, so they have peace of mind at tax time.
Protective Gear and Clothing
Whilst curtained protective equipment or clothing are normally provided by the police department, such as bulletproof jackets, vests, body armour, gauntlets, handgrips, handcuffs, pouches, utility belts, etc., police officer can also claim deductions for the cost of additional or more sophisticated equipment used for work-related activities. Undercover police officers may be able to claim a deduction for the cost of conventional clothing worn as part of an essential undercover operation.
Membership
Police officers may also claim a deduction for certain memberships such as the Federal Police pistol clubs, which help officers to improve firearm proficiency related to work. Lots of policy officers enquired about the tax deductibility of gym membership or other fitness related costs. According to ATO explanation, they are generally deemed as private and not tax deductible for general duty police officers. However, the gym and fitness cost could be tax deductible for certain policy offers if their roles do require the maintenance of extremely high level of fitness above standard or performing ongoing strenuous physical activities. Some examples are diving squad, special emergency squads.
First Aid Training
If the police officer is a designated first aid person or required to undertake a first aid training, which will be essential for them to provide assistance in emergency situation, the cost of first aid training courses could become tax deductible.
Tax Accountant Blackburn
Our Blackburn Tax Accountant have also been looking after Police officers with their record keeping requirements for tax purposes. Our objective is to always put in the extra hard work to give the best possible results. Feel free to contact out tax accountants servicing Blackburn, Blackburn South and Blackburn North to book an appointment to discuss your situation in detail.