Electrical installation work must be done by a licensed electrician

Electricians are required to provide you with a uniquely numbered Certificate of Compliance Electrical Work (CCEW) to show that the work has been tested and complies with the regulations.

They may also need to provide a copy of the CCEW to the electricity network operator or NSW Fair Trading.

Often a CCEW is required for warranty purposes for the electrical article that has been installed. If you are a tenant, you must supply a copy of the CCEW to the property owner or owner’s agent.

You should:

• always check the electrician has a current licence before agreeing to any work
• check their licence number on the public register
• ask the electrician to check the condition of your switchboard and whether a safety switch is fitted
• ask the electrician to install a safety switch if you don’t have one.