How do I check an electrical subcontractor's compliance documents?
Last reviewed July 5, 2026
Request the compliance documents from the electrical subbie. Check their qualifications, licenses, and insurance. Look for SWMS and any relevant test certificates. Make sure everything's up-to-date and meets local regulations.
Key points
- Request compliance docs from the subbie.
- Check licenses and insurance.
- Verify SWMS and test certificates.
You want to make sure the electrical subbie's got everything sorted before they start work. Compliance docs are key to keeping the site safe and legal. Don't skip this step, or you might run into issues down the line.
How Alloovium helps
Alloovium helps you track compliance documents and deadlines, so you won't miss a thing.
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General information for Australian construction professionals — not legal advice. Verify jurisdiction-specific requirements with the relevant regulator.