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Initial Inspection & Certification Sydney
First-time certification for roof safety systems — carried out by the people who use them every day.
An Initial Inspection & Certification is required when new roof anchor points, access systems, or height-safety equipment are installed.
Sydney Anchor Points provides thorough, standards-compliant inspections to ensure your system is safe, correctly installed, and legally certified before use.
This inspection confirms that your system meets Australian Standards and is ready for workers, contractors, or maintenance teams to use with confidence.
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‘Sydney Anchor Points’ are polite, friendly, and took great care installing anchor points on our roof. . .The head office staff were also very friendly, helpful and efficient. I would highly recommend them.’ – Jocelyn
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Installation Discount Offers
Save on system installs and certification when bundled with inspections or gutter cleaning.
WHAT WE INSPECT
During an Initial Inspection, we assess and certify:
- Anchor points (tile, metal and abseil anchors)
- Roof access systems (primary, partial and full systems)
- Lifeline and rail systems
- Roof access hatches and ladder brackets
- First Man Up cables
- Safety signage and anchor identification
- Fixings, structure and installation quality
All inspections are carried out in accordance with relevant Australian Standards including AS 1891 and AS 1657.
WHEN IS AN INITIAL INSPECTION REQUIRED?
An Initial Inspection & Certification is required when:
- New anchor points or roof access systems are installed
- A roof hatch, ladder system, lifeline or rail system is added
- Existing systems have been modified or relocated
- A property is newly constructed or refurbished
- Compliance documentation is required for WHS or insurance
Initial certification must be completed before the system is put into service.
IDEAL FOR
- Newly installed anchor points or roof access systems
- Builders and construction projects
- Strata and property managers
- Commercial and industrial properties
- Government, education and healthcare facilities
- Homeowners installing roof safety for the first time
OUR INSPECTION & Certification SERVICES
We provide a complete inspection and certification service for all roof safety components and systems:
Initial Inspection & Certification
Certification for newly installed anchor points, systems, hatches, ropes and rails.
Annual Inspection & Certification
Required every 12 months under Australian Standards. Fast turnaround and detailed reporting.
Defect Reports & Remedial Works
Identify issues, faults, hazards, expired systems, or incorrect installation. Repairs and rectification available.
Rope Access Inspection & Certification
Specialised certification for abseil anchors and rope access systems (for façade and high-rise work).
Certification Discount Offers
Save money when combining inspections with system upgrades or gutter cleaning.
WHY CHOOSE SYDNEY ANCHOR POINTS FOR INSPECTIONS?
- We use the systems we inspect. Our technicians work at height daily, so we know what safe systems actually require.
- Meticulous, accurate reports. No generic templates — we document each anchor and access point properly.
- Fast turnaround. Same-day or next-day documentation in most cases.
- Compliant & insured. All work performed to Australian Standards and fully covered.
- Sydney-wide specialists since 1999. Used by over 6,000 homeowners and 5,943+ strata buildings.
FAQs
Is an Initial Inspection mandatory?
Yes — new systems must be certified before they can be legally used.
Can you inspect systems installed by another company?
Yes — we inspect and certify systems regardless of who installed them.
How long does the inspection take?
Most inspections are completed within 30–90 minutes depending on system size.
Will I get paperwork for insurance?
Yes — full compliance documentation is supplied.
Our Sydney Service Areas
We service all suburbs across Sydney, including:
- Sydney CBD & Inner West
- Eastern Suburbs & Northern Beaches
- North Shore & Hills District
- Western Sydney & Greater West
- South Sydney, Sutherland Shire & St George
Wherever your property is located, our certified team can install and maintain your roof anchor systems.