What is changing for CPS Registered Contractors: A simpler way to manage competency

On 18 September 2026, we held a contractor briefing to explain the changes being introduced across CPS and what they mean for registered contractors.

18 Sep 2026

The session looked at why demonstrating competence is becoming increasingly important, the role of the Mandatory Technical Competencies (MTCs), and the new technology, systems and processes being introduced to make competence easier to manage and demonstrate.

Watch the recording

Watch the full contractor briefing below to hear directly from the CPS and NFRC teams about what is changing, what you need to do and what you can expect as the rollout continues.

In the session, we cover:

  • Why competence matters – the importance of being able to demonstrate the skills and experience within your business.
  • Mandatory Technical Competencies – what the MTCs are and how they provide a clearer framework for assessing competence.
  • What competence looks like in practice – what you need to demonstrate and the types of evidence that can be used.
  • How CPS is supporting you – the new technology, systems and processes being introduced to make managing competence simpler.
  • The new platform – how the technology will help bring your people, competence information and supporting evidence together.
  • What happens next – what contractors can expect from CPS as the changes are rolled out.
  • Contractor Q&A – answers to questions raised by CPS registered contractors during the session.