Form 15 and Form 16 requests should be treated as evidence-based engineering engagements, not automatic paperwork.
What to prepare
- Approved drawings and revisions
- Photos, inspection access and construction stage
- Certifier or authority request details
- Relevant product data or test certificates
- Clear description of the element needing certification
Common risks
- Asking for sign-off after works are concealed
- Missing as-constructed information
- Changes from approved drawings
- Unclear scope or wrong discipline
- Assuming certification can be issued without inspection or evidence
How ALIGA can help
- Clarify the certification pathway
- Undertake inspections where appropriate
- Review evidence and drawings
- Provide practical next steps if information is incomplete