QBCC Form 7 vs Form 9 — What's the Difference?
Form 7 and Form 9: Two Different Compliance Certificates
Queensland plumbers deal with two main compliance forms — Form 7 and Form 9. They serve completely different purposes, but many plumbers (especially newer ones) mix them up. Here's the definitive guide.
Quick Comparison
| Factor | Form 7 | Form 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Compliance Certificate — Notifiable Work | Compliance Certificate — Regulated Work |
| When Used | After completing notifiable plumbing/drainage | After backflow prevention device testing |
| Deadline | 5 business days after completion | Within 10 business days of testing |
| Who Lodges | The licensed plumber who did the work | The licensed tester |
| Lodge With | Local council | Local council |
| Penalty for Non-Lodgement | Up to $13,345 | Up to $13,345 |
When Do You Need Form 7?
Form 7 is required after any notifiable work, which includes:
- New water supply installations
- New drainage installations
- Alterations to existing plumbing systems
- New gas installations
- Hot water system installations
- Greywater system installations
When Do You Need Form 9?
Form 9 is required after testing or installing a backflow prevention device. This includes:
- Annual backflow device testing
- New backflow device installations
- Replacement of existing backflow devices
How TradeDesk Handles Both
TradeDesk generates both Form 7 and Form 9 automatically from your job data. When you complete a job, TradeDesk knows which form is needed based on the work type and generates it for you to sign and send.
- Form 7: Generated automatically for notifiable work jobs
- Form 9: Generated for backflow testing jobs with test results pre-filled
- Both: Digital signature, email to council, deadline tracking
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