MTW Barbados : Electrical Installation Inspection Application
Organisation : Barbados Ministry of Transport, Works and Maintenance
Facility Name : Application for Inspection of an Electrical Installation
Country : Barbados
Website : https://mtw.gov.bb/departments-services/geed/inspections/
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What is Electrical Installation Inspection?
An electrical inspection is required for all newly constructed properties or major building renovations.
Related / Similar Facility : Barbados Fire Service Annual Inspection Application
You must apply for a new electrical inspection in the following cases:
** A newly constructed building, apartment, or industrial space.
** Disconnection by the utility for a period exceeding 6 months.
** Changing the connected voltage of a building from single phase to three phase or vice versa.
** Upgrading or modifying a building with an installed 2-wire service to a 3-wire configuration. When modifying a building with an installed 2-wire service, it is required that the connected voltage be upgraded to a 3-wire configuration new application
How To Apply For Electrical Installation Inspection in Barbados?
To apply for a new electrical inspection, download the form or click below. Forms can also be collected from the GEED’s front in Verona House, Bank Hall, St. Michael. Please note that the application can only be facilitated by a licensed electrician.
Apply Here : https://forms.gov.bb/Electrical_Installation_Application
Cost of Electrical Installation Inspection
** Domestic/Resident inspection is $3.00 (basic fee), plus 0.25c per point
** Commercial inspection is $25.00 (basic fee), plus 0.50c per point
Payment:
Inspection fees are paid at the Cashier’s window, Ministry of Transport and Works, Pine East-West Boulevard, The Pine, St. Michael. Completed forms should be submitted at the same time payment is made.
FAQ On Electrical Installation Inspection
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On Electrical Installation Inspection
How long would I have to wait for an electrical inspection?
The waiting period is generally 2 weeks.
How long does it take to conduct an inspection?
The length of time to conduct an inspection depends on the size of the building. However, inspections usually range from an hour to three hours.
How long would I have to wait for a certificate after an inspection?
The waiting period is three business days.
Where should I go to pay inspection fees?
Inspection fees are paid at the Ministry of Transport and Works, Pine East-West Boulevard, The Pine, St. Michael.
Where can I get a form to request an inspection?
Application forms are available at https://forms.gov.bb/Electrical_Installation_Application Forms can also be collected from our office in Verona House, Bank Hall, St. Michael. Please note that the application can only be facilitated by a licensed electrician.
Can a homeowner submit an application form to GEED?
No, only a licensed electrician is allowed to submit an application form.
Can anyone collect the certificate besides the electrician?
No, only the licensed electrician who applied can collect the certificate.
Contact:
Electrical Engineers Department
Verona House, Bank Hall, St. Michael Barbados, W.I
Call : 535-7100, 535-7102
Email : geed [at] barbados.gov.bb