Blog (2023)

Installations of photo voltaic panels both retrospectively and in new-builds continue to grow as the use of renewables increases, and SER Auditors are encountering a growing number of issues in audits of projects where PV panels have been used.

A common finding at audit is the inappropriate use of Schedule 1 in staged projects. We also frequently receive queries on the same subject. This blog contains guidance on this issue.

This content is now available as Appendix B of Certification Practice Note 10 - Piling

Since restarting auditing following the pandemic, our Auditors have noted some common errors in recording of SER CPD. Robert Storey, one of the Vice-Chairs of the Scottish Registration Board, has written this blog to address this.