Safe and Skilled Episode 1: Self-certification; a practical explainer for plumbers and drainlayers

Safe and Skilled is an AI podcast series for practising plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers. Each episode explains key regulatory topics and what they mean in practice.

In this episode, Steve explains the proposed self-certification scheme for certified plumbers and drainlayers. He discusses what is being proposed, why the change is being considered, and what practitioners might expect if the scheme is approved.

Listen to the episode on Spotify or search for Safe and Skilled in your podcast app.

More information:

•  Jan 30 2026 recording of the Board’s verbal submission to the select committee on self-certification is available here, jump to 36 minutes to watch.
• Board Nov 2025 webinar on self-certification
•  Building Performance information on self-certification

Board helpline: 0800 743 262.

If you have feedback on this podcast or suggestions on topics for future episodes, email us at comms@pgdb.co.nz. We would love to know what you think.