The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) is an independent certification scheme designed to certify microgeneration products and installers in accordance with consistent standards.
CORGI are accredited by UKAS in the following technologies:
- Solar Thermal Hot Water
- Solar Photovoltaic
- Heat Pumps
The scope of this Scheme is the supply, design, installation, set to work, commissioning and handover of the microgeneration technologies.
An assessment is undertaken at the contractor's office(s) and at least one installation site to ensure that policies and procedures meet the requirements of the Scheme and that the work that has been undertaken is consistent with the system design.
This Scheme is open to companies involved in the supply, design, installation, set to work and commissioning of microgeneration systems and technologies listed above.
Find out more about how this scheme can benefit you and frequently asked questions here.
Or find out about Microgeneration Certification Scheme fees here.
Consumer protection
All applicants wishing to become an MCS certified installer with CORGI will have to demonstrate that they have signed up to a Code of Practice that meets the guidelines set by the Office of Fair Trading's (OFT's) Consumer Code Approval Scheme.
The reason for the requirement is to ensure that contractors offer consumers protection, including complaints handling and to prevent mis-selling.
The REAL Assurance Scheme (Renewable Energy Assurance Limited) is in the process of completing stage 1 of the OFTs Consumer Codes Scheme and is the code that DECC has accepted for this Scheme. Further details can be found at http://www.realassurance.org.uk/
Scheme documents and requirements
The documents below set out the requirements for installer certification for each type of technology. They refer to other published standards and requirements.
- MCS 001 - Installer Certification Scheme Requirements
- MCS 002 - Information on Building Regulations and Directives
Standards:
- Solar Thermal Standard - MIS 3001
- Solar Photovoltaic Standard - MIS 3002
- Heat Pump Systems Standard - MIS 3005
View microgeneration certification scheme documents and requirements here
If you would like to find out more about the scheme and how to join, please email MCS@trustcorgi.com