What does a certifier actually do?
- Mar 7
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 8
The certifier supports builders, designers, architects and their clients to ensure safety and compliance from the initial stages of each project.
When building work triggers the need for a building approval, design and construction professionals rely on their certifier to help to navigate Queensland’s legislative regulations. This ensures building work meets Australian Standards and local, state and national requirements.
Learn more about the certifiers role here: QBCC: Council or certifier - who approves what?
Responsibility
The builder lets the certifier know when work is complete and the final inspection is required.
Building certifiers do
give a final inspection certificate for the final stage of building work for Class 1 and 10 buildings/structures and/or a certificate of occupancy for a building or structure of another class.
Building certifiers do not
design the building or structure or carry out any of the building work
Meeting Queensland’s industry standards is a key part of BA&As approach and values. As private certifiers, our team is passionate about safer homes for Queenslanders.
Qualifications and professionalism you can trust- view our teams QBCC license numbers here (or search licensee history by surname online here).
Check out the video below for an outline of:
BA&A - our team and services
Common jargon - be in the know when discussing your project
The certifier's role
Timelines for residential building approvals
BA&A is committed to collaboration to help simplify certification for residential projects. More about compliance and the responsibilities of private certifiers here from QBCC
The approvals process, though unique for each project, usually reflects the following stages (for demolition permits, the process is slightly different).
Projects can be complex. Save time and avoid frustration by communicating with your builder, designer, architect and certifier early in the process.
To ask questions specific to the approvals for your project, please get in touch.
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