PUBLIC BUILDINGS ACCREDITATION

From 1 October 2008 all public buildings larger than 1,000 m2 must have a Display Energy Certificate (DEC) which needs to be prominently displayed at all times. A DEC is always accompanied by an Advisory Report (AR) that lists cost effective measures to improve the energy rating of the building.

A public building is defined as being occupied by public authorities or institutions providing a public service to a large number of persons. Display Energy Certificates are valid for one year. The accompanying Advisory Report is valid for 7 years.

For further information see the CLG's report: A Guide to Display Energy Certificates and Advisory Reports for Public Buildings.

DECs, Operational Ratings (OR) and Advisory Reports (AR) may only be produced by accredited Public Building Energy Assessors. In order to become accredited, assessors must meet in full the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for the production of DECs, ORs and ARs.

There are two routes to becoming a Public Buildings Energy Assessor:

1. Qualification Route
2. APEL Route (Approved Prior Experiential Learning)

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1. Qualification Route

This route is for applicants who have achieved the Diploma in Display Energy Certificates Level 3.

Step one - Please read the Membership Requirements, Minimum Requirements of Energy Assessors and the Scheme Code of Practice

Step two - Complete the following Application Form and Payment Form

Step three - Please send us your completed application, along with the relevant documents:

One passport sized photograph of yourself;
Both parts of your driving licence or passport;
A recent utility bill, no less than 3 months old clearly showing your name and address;
Your qualification certificates (originals);
Copy of certificates of insurance; and
Full payment (cheque or card details using our downloadable Payment Form).

2. APEL Route

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This route is for applicants who have relevant experience relating to the design, construction and/or energy performance of dwelling and are able to use the Government approved software to produce Energy Performance Certificates. We offer a one-day training course on the use of the Government software if required, click here for more details.

Step one - Read the National Occupational Standards (NOS) and Minimum Requirements

Step two - Read the Application Instructions

Step three - Complete the Application Form and Template

Step four - Please send us your completed Application with 3 EPCs and Payment

Once your application has been assessed you will be notified of the outcome. Applicants must meet 100% of the National Occupational Standards. Suggestions for meeting any gaps will be given to the applicant.

All completed applications should be sent to:

H&VCA Ltd
Unit 3, 76 Stephenson Way
Formby
Merseyside
L37 8EG

Applicants can apply for more than one strand of the accreditation scheme.