Urgent Make the Switch to BCNSW eCert for Gas Compliance by 1 March 2026
When do I need to start using BCNSW eCert for gas compliance certificates?
NSW Building Commission requires all gas Certificates of Compliance and Inspection to be submitted via the new BCNSW eCert portal from 1 March 2026. Gasfitters must transition to the digital system before the deadline.
From 1 March 2026, all gas Certificates of Compliance and Certificates of Inspection must be submitted via BCNSW eCert portal
Why it matters
NSW gasfitters must use the new eCert portal for all compliance certificates or risk non-compliance after March 2026.
Key takeaways
- Building Commission NSW is mandating use of the new BCNSW eCert portal for all gas compliance submissions
- All gas Certificates of Compliance and Certificates of Inspection must be lodged through the new system
- The mandatory switch to digital submission takes effect from 1 March 2026
- Gasfitters need to prepare now to transition from current submission methods to the BCNSW eCert portal
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