NICEIC Scheme
An NICEIC service for Scotland
Scottish Building Standards legislation, allows for the appointment of Approved Certifiers of Design and Approved Certifiers of Construction. Properly qualified electricians can become Certifiers and have the authority to certify work for building warrant purposes.
Only a Scheme Provider approved by the SBSA can assess and appoint Certifiers. NICEIC and SELECT are able to register both Approved Bodies and Approved Certifiers of Construction.
An Approved Body must employ at least one Approved Certifier of Construction and meet the criteria of the Scheme Guide.
Individuals who wish to register as an Approved Certifier of Construction must meet the criteria of the Scheme Guide. An Approved Certifier of Construction can only certify work when employed by an Approved Body. A registration fee of £50 plus VAT is payable.
Only Approved Bodies are able to purchase, issue and manage certificates through the certification area of the website. Certificates are priced at £5 plus VAT and can only be purchased in blocks of five. Certificates are ordered, printed and managed from within the secure area of the website. A certification Checklist, to support completed certificates, can also be completed and printed from the website.
Sole practitioners must apply as both an individual and a body using appropriate application forms. The fees are the same as for individuals at £50 plus VAT per annum.
Approved Bodies will be audited by NICEIC on an annual basis. The auditing is to confirm the continued suitability for registration, the standard of the electrical installation work satisfies the requirements of BS7671 and the Building Standards and that certification is being undertaken to an adequate standard.
The management of the scheme and auditing processes undertaken by NICEIC are themselves subject to annual audit by the SBSA on behalf of The Scottish Ministers.
If you would like additional information about this scheme please email .
Alternatively you can begin the registration process by completing our on-line registration form.
