Category A – GHGR technical requirements
Last updated 3 March 2026
The applicant must possess relevant knowledge of the following standards or rules:
● Subdivision G of Division 4 of Part 6 of the GHGR Standard;
● Section 1.02, Divisions 2.2 to 2.4, Division 2.5, Divisions 4.3 to 4.6, Divisions 6.2 to 6.4, and Schedules 1 and 2 of the GHGR Rule;
● Schedules 1 to 3 of the Weights and Measures Codes of Practice;
● Parts 1, 2 and 4 of the Audit Codes of Practice.
Knowledge of relevant prescribed
To be eligible for registration, you must demonstrate that you meet the eligibility criteria. To be eligible, you must:
● be a fit and proper person
● have tertiary qualifications (a degree or equivalent)
● know the rules and standard framework administered by us
● know of relevant prescribed
● have over 350 hours of experience in auditing and preparing audit reports
● provide referees who can attest to your competency.
The Auditor Registration Requirements provides more details on the qualifications, knowledge, training, and experience required to meet the criteria.
Divisions 6.4 to 6.6 of the GHGR Rule also provide more information on the criteria.
Eligibility to register
Once you're registered
As a greenhouse and energy auditor, it is important to continuously meet the necessary requirements to maintain your registration.
Your registration will remain active until you choose to suspend or deregister, or until we suspend or deregister you.
For additional information, please visit the website on maintaining your registration as an auditor.
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