Notify the relocation or change of ownership of registered plant

Introduction

If the registration holder of an item of plant has changed, or a fixed item has been relocated, SafeWork NSW must be notified in writing within 14 days.

In the instance of a relocated item of plant, the item must have been inspected by a competent person and assessed as safe to operate.

Eligibility

The registration holder must advise of the changes, and in the case of a change of ownership, either the new or the previous owner.

What you need

• the PDF form – 'Notification of relocation or change of ownership of registered plant'
• the registration number of the plant
• the expiry date of the registration
• the working location of the plant 
• details of the new owner (if applicable)
• details of the previous owner (if applicable)
• a completed design engineer's statement for tower crane foundations – PDF (if relocating a tower crane to a worksite).

How to notify

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the form.
3. Email the form with any required supporting documentation using the details on the form.

Note: Changes to registration information other than relocation or change in ownership do not require a form. Written correspondence can be emailed or posted to licensing@safework.nsw.gov.au

More information

A person is competent to inspect an item of plant if they have:

• the relevant educational or vocational engineering qualifications, or
• knowledge of the relevant technical standards.