An Electrical Compliance COC or electrical compliance certificate is a legal document that verifies an electrical installation is compliant on the date of inspection. All the legal requirements as stipulated in the Electrical Installations Occupational Health and Safety Act of South Africa.

We all wish that our electrical installations could last a lifetime but this is unfortunately not the case. All electrical installations require regular inspections to ensure they are safe and meet the minimum standards as laid out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

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After property inspection you will be issued an electrical compliance certificate. This certificate proves that your property complies with regulations and will allow the transfer of your property to go ahead when selling your home.

An electrical compliance coc ensures that:

• All your electrical circuits are healthy and functioning correctly.
• Your premises is free from any potential electric shock risks and fire hazards.
• Your premises is free from any defective electrical work.
• That your premises has been correctly earthed and bonded.

When an electrician inspects your property, tests are carried out on wiring and fixed electrical equipment to ensure they are safe and free from defects.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How do I get an electrical compliance certificate?

You can only receive an electrical compliance certificate from a registered electrician. The electrician inspects and tests your electrical installation and ensures that it complies with the legal requirements as stipulated in the Electrical Installations Occupational Health and Safety Act of South Africa.

How much does it cost to get an electrical compliance certificate?

The cost of an electrical compliance coc depends on the work required to fix your electrical installation. If the electrician finds no faults then cost of the electrical coc can range from R850 to R1,900. If faults are found the cost could range from R1,000 to R15,000 or more.

How long is an electrical compliance certificate valid for?

In South Africa, an electrical compliance certificate (COC) is valid for the lifetime of the electrical installation. Or until such time as alterations to the installation are made. A new electrical certificate must be obtained when alterations or additions are made to the electrical installation.

How long does it take to get an electrical certificate?

This depends on the size of the property, the number of electrical circuits and if issues are identified during the electrical inspection. An electrical installation with no faults can take 2-5 hours, while an installation with faults could take several days to complete.

Is an electrical certificate a legal requirement?

An electrical certificate is a legal requirement drafted by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) that is placed upon the owner of a property who must ensure their electrical installation is safe and does not pose a threat to any human and animal or the property.

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