AI-Powered BS 7671 Compliance Checking: Like Having a QS in Your Pocket

The QS in Your Pocket

Think about what a Qualifying Supervisor does:

• Reviews certificates for accuracy
• Checks test results against regulations
• Identifies errors and omissions
• Provides guidance on compliance

Now imagine having that expertise available instantly, 24/7, on every single certificate you produce.

That’s what AI Compliance Checking delivers.

It doesn’t replace your knowledge and skill — it enhances it. It’s the safety net that catches what you might miss after a long day on site. It’s the second pair of eyes that every professional deserves.

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Introducing AI Compliance Checking in iCertifi

iCertifi’s groundbreaking AI Compliance Checker uses advanced artificial intelligence to analyse your electrical certificates against BS 7671:2018 + Amendment 2:2022 — in seconds.

It’s not just a spell checker. It’s not just a calculator. It’s a comprehensive compliance audit that examines every circuit, every test result, and every value on your certificate, cross-referencing them against the actual wiring regulations.

This is the tool that raises standards across the entire industry.

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How It Works

With a single tap, the AI Compliance Checker:

1. Scans your entire certificate — supply characteristics, distribution boards, circuits, observations, and signatures
2. Validates every test result against BS 7671 requirements
3. Identifies non-compliances with precise regulation references
4. Generates a detailed report showing exactly what needs attention

The result? A clear, professional compliance report that tells you:

• ✅ What’s compliant
• ⚠️ What needs attention
• ❌ What fails to meet regulations

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Key Features That Set It Apart

🔍 Comprehensive Circuit Analysis

The AI doesn’t just glance at your certificate — it examines every single value:

• RCD Trip Times — Checks that trip times at IΔn are within the 300ms maximum (Reg 415.1.1)
• Earth Fault Loop Impedance (Zs) — Validates measured Zs against maximum permitted values (Reg 411.3.2.2)
• Insulation Resistance — Ensures all readings meet the minimum 1.0 MΩ requirement (Reg 643.3.1)
• Disconnection Times — Verifies compliance with 0.4s for final circuits (Reg 411.3.2.2)
• Prospective Fault Current — Confirms PFC doesn’t exceed device breaking capacity (Reg 434.5.1)

📋 Regulation-Referenced Reports

Every issue identified comes with:

• The specific problem — Clear explanation of what’s wrong
• The actual value — What was recorded on the certificate
• The required value — What BS 7671 demands
• The regulation reference — Exact clause number for verification

No more guessing. No more flipping through the On-Site Guide. The AI tells you precisely which regulation applies and why.

🎯 Severity Classification

Issues are categorised by severity:

• NON-COMPLIANT — Critical failures that must be addressed
• WARNING — Items requiring attention or verification
• INFO — Advisory notes and best practice recommendations

This helps you prioritise what needs immediate action versus what can be reviewed later.

✍️ Spelling and Data Validation

Beyond electrical compliance, the AI also catches:

• Spelling errors in observations and descriptions
• Missing required fields
• Incomplete signatures and dates
• Inconsistent data entries

Because a professional certificate should look professional too.

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Why This Matters

For Electricians

• Catch errors before your assessor or client does — Submit certificates with confidence
• Learn as you go — Every flagged issue teaches you something about the regulations
• Save time on re-work — Fix problems before the certificate leaves your hands
• Protect your reputation — Consistently accurate certificates build trust

For Contractors

• Quality assurance at scale — Check every certificate from every electrician
• Reduce callbacks — Fewer errors mean fewer site revisits
• Training tool — Help apprentices and improvers understand the regulations
• Audit trail — Demonstrate due diligence in your quality processes

For the Industry

• Raises the bar — When every certificate is checked against regulations, standards improve
• Reduces dangerous installations — Catches safety-critical errors like excessive RCD trip times
• Supports compliance — Makes meeting BS 7671 easier for everyone

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Real-World Example

Imagine you’ve just completed an EICR on a domestic property. You run the AI Compliance Check and it returns:

NON-COMPLIANT — Circuit 3 (Shower)

RCD trip time at IΔn recorded as 600ms exceeds the maximum allowed of 300ms.

Regulation: Reg 415.1.1 Item: DB1 – Circuit 3 Shower

NON-COMPLIANT — Circuit 7 (Sockets)

Insulation resistance Live-Earth of 0.02 MΩ is below the minimum required 1.0 MΩ.

Regulation: Reg 643.3.1 Item: DB1 – Circuit 7 Ring Final

Without the AI check, these critical safety issues might have been overlooked. With it, you know exactly what’s wrong, where it is, and which regulation applies — before the certificate goes to your client.

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Available Now in iCertifi

The AI Compliance Checker is available now for all iCertifi electrical app users. Simply:

1. Open your completed certificate
2. Tap Send, or the cog in PDF preview
3. Review your detailed report
4. Make any necessary corrections
5. Submit with confidence

It takes seconds. It could save your reputation.
Your last report is saved automatically so it can be recalled again.  Enterprise subscribers additionally can email the report 

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Raising Standards, One Certificate at a Time

The electrical industry has always been built on safety. BS 7671 exists to protect people and property. But regulations only work when they’re followed correctly.

AI Compliance Checking makes it easier than ever to get it right. Every certificate. Every time.

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iCertifi’s AI Compliance Checker — Professional certification for the modern electrician.

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