Apply for swimming pool certifier registration

Introduction

A registered swimming pool certifier inspects safety barriers for pools and spas and issues certificates of compliance under the Swimming Pools Act 1992 (NSW).

Once registered you will be added to the swimming pool inspector category of the Building Certifiers Public Register.

From the second year of registration swimming pool inspectors must complete 6 points per year of continuing professional development (CPD).

Eligibility

To register as a swimming pool certifier, you must have one of the following:

• certifier registration as a building inspector (unconditional), or
• current endorsed contractor licence or supervisor certificate under the Home Building Act as a builder, swimming pool builder or structural landscaper, or
• 2 years' recent experience working for a council and inspecting at least 20 swimming pools.

You must also successfully complete the:

1. College of Professional Development swimming pool inspector training course. It is the only provider approved by the Building Commission NSW to deliver this course.
2. Building Commission NSW exam within the 6 months leading up to your application. To take the exam email certifierregistration@customerservice.nsw.gov.au and:
   • request access to the online exam
   • provide a date when you are available to complete the 2-hour exam.

What you need

To prove your identity and current home address, you need to provide:

• a copy of your driver licence, front and back or
• a copy of your passport with a copy of a recent utility bill or rates notice showing your address or
• other form of photo ID such as a NSW Photo Card.

You will also need to upload documents that show your:

• current employer and employment status or ASIC extract if you're a company director
• qualifications
• skills, knowledge and experience
• certificate of currency for professional indemnity insurance (if required).

For full details of the documents required visit Building Commission NSW –  'Applying to become a certifier'.

How to apply

You apply through the building certifiers online portal. 

Detailed instructions on how to create an account and lodge your application are provided in the Building certifiers portal user guide.

1. Check the eligibility requirements.
2. Gather the required documents.
3. Select the 'Apply online' button.
4. Log in to your portal account or sign up.
5. Follow the prompts to complete your application.

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