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PV labelling course turns inspection findings into field learning

SAA and CER have released a free PV labelling module and field resources built around recurring inspection findings.

GuidanceTraining and resources — no commencement date stated
Sources listedReviewed August 2026Our methodology

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Guidance
Timing
Training and resources — no commencement date stated
Jurisdiction
Australia
Evidence
Source checked
Reviewed
29 Aug 2026
Next review
29 Nov 2026

Current training and guidance. This release does not announce a new standards commencement date.

Field brief

What changed
SAA and CER released the free COM005 PV labelling module and added information sheets on recurring PV labelling non-compliances.
Why it matters
SAA reports that labelling remains one of the most common non-compliance areas identified through CER SRES inspections.
On the next job
Accredited professionals can find COM005 in the SAA CPD Hub and use the information sheets to prepare and review work.
Watch for
Treat the material as training support. Continue checking the current standards and applicable jurisdictional requirements for the job.
Field diagramInspection signal to field learning

  1. Inspection signal

    Recurring PV labelling non-compliances are identified.

  2. Training response

    COM005 and focused information sheets explain the observed problem areas.

  3. Field application

    Use the learning during preparation and review, against the current governing requirements.

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What is available

COM005 is a free SAA Solar PV Labelling Module covering real-installation application, compliant and non-compliant examples, and common problem areas.

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Completion of the course and assessment earns 20 CPD points.

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What sits beside the course

SAA added an overview of the 10 most common PV labelling non-compliances and a more detailed rectification resource to its Resources and Guides library.

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How to use it on the bench

Accredited professionals can enrol by searching for COM005 in the SAA CPD Hub Store or Learning Dashboard.

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Use the course and sheets to sharpen job preparation and review; they do not replace access to the standards or the rules applying in the installation jurisdiction.

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Put it to work

Official source ledger

  1. PV labelling training course and resources available

    Solar Accreditation Australia · web page

    Source checked 29 Aug 2026 · Published 16 Apr 2026

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