What is a Certificate of Compliance?

It is a document certified by a competent authority that the supplied good or service meets the required specifications. Also called certificate of conformance, certificate of conformity.
 

 

Why do I need a Certificate of Compliance?

i.e. are you looking to sell your house?

You’re going to need a number of certificates of compliance before you do - and it’s just as well to get them done before you even put your property on the market.      

 

“It’s compulsory to be in possession of a valid Electrical Certificate of Compliance (ECOC) when selling your home and having them all in order will ensure a smooth, hassle-free property transfer process.” Adrian Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa  

 

This is a provision of the Electrical Installation Regulations which came into effect in 2009 under the Occupational Health And Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993).

 

• Although the ECOC is valid for a period of two years, it’s only necessary to have the house inspected when it’s to be sold: you don’t need to have it done as long as you plan to remain in possession of the property.

 

• The document verifies that the electrical work and installations that have been completed on the property are up to standard in accordance with the regulations as required by the South African National Standards.

 

• While the certificate covers distribution boards, wiring, earthing and bonding of all metal components (include antennae and satellite dishes), as well as wall sockets, light switches and the isolators of fixed appliances, it doesn’t cover the fixed appliances themselves (geysers, stoves, motors, fans, under-floor heating.

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