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Certificate of Electrical Safety (Prescribed)

The Australian Certificate of Electrical Safety (Prescribed) is the formal compliance document issued for prescribed electrical installation work — categories of work that must be notified to the relevant state electrical safety authority before or after completion. In addition to the standard installation and circuit details, it captures the prescribed work category, notification number (where applicable), and inspection details required by the regulator. Requirements and prescribed work definitions vary by state.

AS/NZS 3000:2018 (Wiring Rules), Electricity Safety Act (state-specific), state electrical work notification regulationsValid: No fixed expiry — attached to the installation

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What it covers

  • Installation address, client details, and description of prescribed work
  • Prescribed work category and notification/permit number
  • Earthing system, supply characteristics, and distribution board details
  • Full circuit schedule with test results per circuit
  • Inspector details and inspection result where required
  • Electrician/contractor licence number and signature

Who needs a Certificate of Electrical Safety?

Licensed electrical contractors carrying out prescribed work
Master electricians on notifiable installations
Electrical inspectors and certifiers
Developers and builders on prescribed-work projects

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Frequently asked questions about Certificate of Electrical Safety

What types of work are prescribed electrical work in Australia?
Prescribed (or notifiable) work typically includes high-voltage work, work on switchboards above a certain capacity, electrical work in hazardous areas, and other higher-risk categories. The exact list differs by state — Victoria, Queensland, NSW, and Western Australia each have their own definitions. Always check your state authority's guidance.
What is a notification number on a prescribed work certificate?
When prescribed work is notified to the state authority (for example, via the VBA portal in Victoria), a notification or permit number is issued. This must be recorded on the certificate and may be required before work commences or before energisation, depending on the state.
Does prescribed work require a separate inspection in Australia?
In some states, prescribed work must be inspected by a licensed electrical inspector before being energised. In others, self-certification by the contractor is accepted for certain categories. Requirements are state-specific and have changed in recent years — always consult your state authority.

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