Licences, Insurances and WHS

It is essential to have peace of mind when building or renovating which is why you need to know that your contractor is fully qualified.  CES are fully licensed electrical contractors and are proud members of the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) Australia’s peak electrical industry body.

Our Electrical Contractor licence number is:  207226c

You should always check the validity of contractor licences on the Fair Trading Register.  

Why check the Fair Trading Register?

The Fair Trading Register provides licence records from current and historical databases about builder and tradespersons licences. It is important to check the builder or tradesperson engaged has a current licence to ensure:

• they have the appropriate qualifications for the work you want done; and
• you have access to the consumer protections provided under the Home Building Act 1989 in the event of problems.

Check our licence now on the Fair Trading Register.

The Consumer Building Guide 

The Consumer building guide is a mandatory document issued by NSW Fair Trading. By law, tradespeople must give consumers a copy of the guide before they sign a contract for residential building work worth more than $5,000.  You can download the guide here directly from Fair Trading NSW.

Public and Products Liability

CES is insured for Public and Products Liability.  Limit of liability, $20,000,000. Contact Us if you require a copy of our Certificate of Currency.

Workers Compensation Insurance

CES is insured for Workers Compensation.  Limit of liability, unlimited. Contact Us if you require a copy of our Certificate of Currency.

Home Building Compensation (HBC)

Home Building Compensation cover is required by law as per the Home Building Act 1989, for work carried out directly for the home owner in excess of $20,000 including GST.  The period of insurance is two years for unstructured work such as electrical.

As required by the Home Building Act 1989, CES provides Home Building Compensation cover for projects carried out directly for the owner in excess of $20,000 including GST.  Proof of HBC cover is issued once the contract is signed by the client.

At CES, Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) is a core priority. We are committed to protecting our staff, subcontractors, clients, and worksites by strictly adhering to all relevant statutory requirements and best practices.

We operate under a No Live Work Policy, and all electrical work is carried out using a structured and safe system of work. This includes comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments conducted before any work begins to ensure potential risks are identified and mitigated.

Employee safety is non-negotiable, which is why we:

• Ensure all team members complete nationally accredited and WorkCover-endorsed training, including Construction Induction, Working Safely at Heights, Elevated Work Platform, and First Aid
   
• Provide all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in line with current Australian Standards
   
• Implement and maintain Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) for all critical tasks. These are regularly reviewed and updated as needed
   
• Keep our team informed and engaged through weekly Toolbox Talks, promoting continuous improvement and awareness around safety practices
   

At CES, safety isn’t just a policy — it’s part of our culture.

For more information on our policies and Safe Work Methods, contact us.