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Certification
Serial number and compliance declaration on the NSW CCEW
Your signature on the cert. Serial number and the compliance checkbox are legally serious — only complete this after you have checked every section.
Serial number
Every cert needs a unique serial in the format [LicenceNumber][SequentialNumber] (e.g. licence 444444C → 444444C001, then 444444C002).
Serial number format and rules
Follow the required format
Format: [YourLicenceNumber][SequentialNumber]
Example: Licence 444444C → First CCEW: 444444C001, Second: 444444C002
The sequential number should be zero-padded to three digits (001, 002, etc.)
Use the automated helper
The serial helper suggests your next number from previous certs — always verify before you issue.
Verify before issuing
Always double-check the serial number before final submission to avoid duplicates or sequence gaps.
Keep a personal log of all CCEW serial numbers issued as a backup reference for your professional records.
Serial number tips
- Do not skip or duplicate numbers
- Keep your own log of serials issued (job name, date)
- Spot-check for gaps every few months
Compliance declaration
Checking the box means you stand behind the whole cert — work, tests, and details.
Declaration requirements
Accuracy certification
Confirm all information provided in the CCEW is true, correct, and complete to the best of your knowledge.
Standards compliance
Certify work complies with all applicable standards including Gas and Electricity (Consumer Safety) Act 2017, Regulation 2018, and AS/NZS 3000.
Legal implications and responsibilities
Legal Liability: This declaration is legally binding. False or misleading information can result in:
- Significant financial penalties
- Professional licence suspension or cancellation
- Criminal prosecution for serious breaches
- Professional reputation and career damage
Pre-declaration review
Before checking the compliance box, verify:
- All technical information is accurate
- Testing was performed correctly and completely
- Work meets all applicable standards
- Documentation is complete and correct
Make the declaration
Only check the compliance box when you are completely confident in the accuracy and compliance of the work and documentation.
Final verification
After declaration, perform a final review of the completed CCEW before generation to ensure no errors remain.
You are responsible for verifying site work and lodging the certificate with the appropriate authority. Check every value against your job file before you issue it.