Council ESP Certificate (Form 2 & Form 3) – Adelaide
At VD Fire Safety Adelaide, we specialise in helping building owners and managers across Adelaide meet their legal obligations for Essential Safety Provisions (ESP). One of the most important requirements for compliance is submitting the correct Council ESP Certificates — Form 2 (Compliance Certificate) and Form 3 (Maintenance Certificate).
Our expert team ensures your building remains safe, compliant, and fully protected by taking the stress out of certification, testing, and reporting.
What Are Essential Safety Provisions (ESP)?
Essential Safety Provisions are fire and life safety systems that must be installed and maintained in certain classes of buildings. They include:
- Fire extinguishers and hose reels
- Exit doors and emergency lighting
- Fire detection and alarm systems
- Sprinkler systems and smoke detectors
- Fire hydrants and evacuation procedures
These provisions are required by South Australian law to safeguard people and property in the event of a fire or emergency. To confirm compliance, Councils require certificates to be completed and submitted at different stages — Form 2 and Form 3.
Form 2 – ESP Compliance Certificate
The Form 2 certificate confirms that all required safety provisions have been installed correctly and meet the standards set out by the Building Code of Australia and South Australian regulations.
- Completed by: The installer or contractor responsible for the system.
- Purpose: Confirms new or upgraded ESP items are installed to code.
- Submission: Provided to Council or the building certifier before occupancy approval is granted.
This form essentially states that your building is ready for safe use because its fire safety systems have been installed in compliance with regulations.
Form 3 – ESP Maintenance Certificate
Once a building is in use, ESPs must be maintained annually to ensure they remain effective. The Form 3 certificate confirms that all safety provisions have been tested, serviced, and are in working order.
- Completed by: The maintenance contractor and co-signed by the building owner or manager.
- Submission deadline: Within 60 business days after the end of each calendar year.
- Purpose: Provides Council with proof that safety systems remain compliant.
Failure to lodge Form 3 on time, or failure to maintain ESPs properly, can result in penalties and fines. Beyond compliance, proper maintenance ensures that your fire safety systems are always ready in case of emergency.
Why Choose VD Safety Systems?
Managing ESP compliance can feel complex, but our team makes it simple. With years of experience in fire protection and regulatory compliance, we provide:
- Complete certification support – Assistance with both Form 2 and Form 3.
- Scheduled maintenance services – Regular inspections, testing, and servicing.
- Timely reminders – Never miss a submission deadline again.
- Expert advice – Guidance tailored to your building type and Council requirements.
- Peace of mind – Confidence that your property and occupants are safe.
Stay Compliant.Stay Safe.
Fire safety is not just a legal requirement — it’s about protecting lives, property, and businesses. At VD Fire Safety Adelaide, we handle the entire process of ESP certification, maintenance, and reporting, so you can focus on running your business without worrying about compliance deadlines.
📞 Contact us today to arrange your Council ESP Certificate (Form 2 & Form 3) service in Adelaide.
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