Plumbers, Gasfitters
and Drainlayers Board
New Safe and Skilled ep: What work can you self-certify
Date: 9/09/2026
In this episode of Safe and Skilled, Steve explains what plumbing and drainlaying work can be self-certified. He explains:
- the types of buildings and work that can be covered by self-certification
- some of the work that is excluded from the scheme
- how self-certification fits into the building consent process
- the role of the Building Consent Authority (BCA)
- what to do if the work or design changes during the job.
For more information visit:
- The Self-certification section of the Board’s website.
- MBIE guidance: Plumbers and drainlayers self-certification scheme: information for plumbers and drainlayers | Building Performance