Approved Contractors FAQs
[Regulation/Byelaw 6]
Please note: these FAQs are informational only
The information published here is intended to illustrate how compliance with the water fittings regulations in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, byelaws in Scotland may be achieved.
- What are approved contractor schemes?
- What is an approved contractor?
- What is an approved contractor sector scheme?
- What is the difference between an approved contractors and a member of a sector scheme?
- What is WaterSafe?
- When do approved contractors have to notify in England & Wales ?
- When do approved contractors have to notify in Scotland?
- When do approved contractors have to notify in Northern Ireland?
- What is a certificate of compliance?
- What is the position regarding accepting certificates of compliance?
- Where can you find an approved contractor?
- How do you confirm is someone is a current member of an approved contractor scheme?
- What approved contractor scheme can I join?
- What qualifications do you need to join an approved contractor or sector scheme?
- Who can install and test an RPZ valve?
Some of the relevant Regulations/Byelaws
Regulations/Byelaw 6: explains the role of work completed certificates
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