Introduction

If you're wanting to find out if any of your items of plant, or plant designs have already been registered, you can request SafeWork NSW do a search of their records.

Separate application requests must be lodged if:

  • you want both plant item and plant design registrations searched, or
  • plant items are registered at more than one location.

Eligibility

The registered owner of the plant item or plant design, or their authorised nominee can request a search.

What you need

  • the PDF form – 'Application to search registered plant item or design records'
  • a letter of authority from the registered owner (if applicable)
  • the reason for requesting the plant item or design search
  • details of the item or design (if known, or applicable), such as:
    • registration number
    • types of item or design
    • serial number or drawing/model number
  • working location of the item (if applicable)
  • your payment.

How to request

  1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
  2. Complete 'Application to search registered plant item or design records – PDF'.
  3. Make your secure payment.
  4. Email your application, supporting documents and payment receipt details to the address on the form.

Payment methods

Online transactions

  • Credit or debit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express, UnionPay or Diners Club)
  • Paypal.

Fees and charges

You may need to pay a merchant fee when paying by credit or debit card.

Last updated: 28 November 2023