Starting 1 July 2025, Resources Safety & Health Queensland (RSHQ) will introduce electronic gas certificates (E-certificates), phasing out printed certificate books for gas system compliance in Queensland. This Queensland gas compliance certificate changes 2025 marks a major shift for all caravan builders, gas fitters, and vehicle registration processes involving gas systems.
What’s Changing?
Hardcopy certificate books will be replaced with free digital PDF documents accessible via the RSHQ Portal, including:
- Gas system compliance certificates
- Defect notices
- Vehicle/vessel gas inspection certificates
These documents will be emailed to the licence holder, who can then forward them to customers or relevant parties.
Transition Period
- You may continue using existing hardcopy books until 1 January 2026.
- After that, only E-certificates will be valid.
- No refunds will be provided for unused printed books or compliance plates. Manage your stock accordingly.
What Installers Must Do
When completing a gas installation, the installer must:
- Provide the customer with a copy of the E-certificate (email or printed)
- Attach or update the gas compliance plate on the caravan or vehicle
- If connected to a fuel gas network, submit a copy to the system operator within 5 business days
- Retain a copy for at least 3 years
Registering a Caravan in Queensland
To register a gas-equipped caravan, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) still requires proof of gas compliance.
As they don’t have access to the RSHQ system:
- You must provide either a printed certificate or
- The certificate number at the time of registration
Additional Information
- All licensed gas workers have received 10 free E-certificates
- Bundles of 50 E-certificates are available for purchase
- The Queensland Government is reviewing the requirement for physical compliance plates
Learn more about the Queensland gas compliance certificate changes 2025 and view sample certificates on the official site:
👉 RSHQ – Gas Certificates & E-Certificate Requirements