Rules and documents for Accredited Assessors

Rules

The current version of the NABERSNZ rules for collecting and using data is available below.

NABERSNZ Rules - Energy and Water for Offices V 1.2 [PDF, 3 MB]
NABERSNZ Rules for collecting and using data [PDF, 4.6 MB]

Rulings

The documents below provide subsidiary rules clarifications addressing specific issues often encountered during the assessment process.

Thermal Energy Exclusions [PDF, 234 KB]
Condenser Water Use [PDF, 138 KB]
Managing impacts of COVID-19 on NABERS ratings [PDF, 880 KB]

Procedures

Process guidance for Accredited Assessors and rating clients.

Rating Auditing [PDF, 370 KB]
Level 2 Audit Timeline Diagram [PDF, 157 KB]
Assessment Procedure [PDF, 173 KB]
Process Outline [PDF, 173 KB]
Information Transfer Procedure [PDF, 135 KB]

Accredited Assessor documents

Guidance and templates through which Accredited Assessors maintain their accreditation and conduct assessments.

Company Agreement [PDF, 203 KB]
Accredited Assessor Agreement [PDF, 197 KB]
Code of Practice [PDF, 130 KB]
Accredited Assessor and Certified Rating Renewal [PDF, 112 KB]

Factsheets and guidelines

Guidelines and introductions to ensure the NABERSNZ brand and certified ratings are communicated effectively and consistently by NABERSNZ Accredited Assessors and clients.

Certified Ratings Terms and Conditions [PDF, 116 KB]
Brand guidelines [PDF, 3.9 MB]
Preparing for a NABERSNZ Certified Rating [PDF, 154 KB]
A clear view of building energy performance [PDF, 168 KB]
Before you get an energy rating [PDF, 243 KB]
Energy metering in office buildings [PDF, 244 KB]