Keep up to date with SCO-CERTS changes


3rd Match 2025: SCO-CERTS update

SELECTcerts has a new name and branding - 'SCO-CERTS'. All existing functionality, features and service levels are kept the same and users do not need to do anything to continue using the product

In addition to this we have added several new features:

  • 'Fill down' functionality to automatically complete a whole column with the last entered value on Circuit Chart and Test Results sections.
  • Circuit row templates - you can now save a whole row as a circuit template on Circuit Chart and Test Results. Template rows can be then inserted into these sections on any other relevant certificate.
  • Circuit row templates can be managed under Utilities > DB Circuit Templates
  • Corresponding exact same functionality on the app - and in addition the app has been upgraded to add in the ability to create whole certificate templates and use them directly from within the app, bringing it's functionality in line with the website.

23th April 2024: Help videos added

A series of help / how to videos have been added. They can be found on the dashboard page after you login and in various places throughout the website giving useful step-by-step guides to specific features of SCO-CERTS. A new version of the Quick Start User Guide has also been updated - This can be found on the login page under 'Downloads'.


31st March 2024: Archiving feature

New archiving feature allowing users to archive old certificates under Utilities > Archive. Automatic archiving settings under Settings > Archiving. Mobile app synchronisation (data downloaded onto device) limited based on chosen setting for efficient initial app synchronisation.


5th March 2024: EICR Observations changes

EICR Observations lists updated. Observations now populate schedule of inspections and vice versa where relevant for C1/C2/C3/FI

All observations rows now shown when viewing observations section and observations additional pages (users are no longer required to 'add empty' or 'add observation' rows first).

ISITEE / PAT Completion certificate now automatically calculates total items from number of items passed and failed.

App bug fixes

New app versions pending app store release this week:
  • iOS 2.10
  • Android 2.10
  • Windows 2.10

28th November 2023: EV check list and risk assessment amendments

Amendments to EV check list and risk assessment certificates.

New app versions pending app store release this week:
  • iOS 2.9.8
  • Android 2.9.8
  • Windows 2.9.8

2nd November 2023: Add custom prefix option for certificate number

A new setting under Settings > Company for adding a 5 character custom prefix to the certificate numbers that appear on all printed and emailed certificates. This allows entering of company initials (e.g. ABC) for example to help easily identify certificates issued by the company.

New app versions pending app store release this week:
  • iOS 2.9.7
  • Android 2.9.7
  • Windows 2.9.7

9th October 2023: Minor updates to app and website

  • ISITEE / PAT Equipment Formal Visual and Combined Inspection and Test Record item numbers automatically incremented
  • Circuit description column now shows for reference on test results pages
  • Certificate of Construction can now have multiple attached Fire Alarm / Emergency Lighting certificates
  • New app versions pending app store release this week:
    • iOS 2.9.6
    • Android 2.9.6
    • Windows 2.9.6

27th September 2023: Offline preview and offline working on mobile app

  • Preview certificates using the app on mobile devices regardless of whether there is an internet connection
  • The app will work offline by default - no need to switch off the internet on the device
  • The app will show notifications to remind the user to periodically sync
  • New app versions pending app store release this week:
    • iOS 2.9.2
    • Android 2.9.2
    • Windows 2.9.2

30th May 2023: ISITEE certificates and EV check lists

ISITEE (PAT Testing) and EV check lists:

  • Additional certificates and reports for ISITEE (PAT Testing)
  • Additional Electric Vehicle (EV) check lists
  • Additional BS7671 check list
  • New app versions pending app store release this week:
    • iOS 2.9.0
    • Android 2.9.0
    • Windows 2.9.0

20th February 2023: Create certificate without client and location

Quicker certificate creation without client / location:

  • You can now initially create any certificate without having to select a client and location first
  • Clients and locations can be selected when editing the certificate or a new one entered and created
  • New app versions pending app store release this week:
    • iOS 2.8.0
    • Android 2.8.0
    • Windows 2.8.0

18th January 2023: Minor update

Minor changes including:

  • Distribution Board reference and location now shown when viewing certificate pages
  • Fixes for issues with 18th edition to 18th amendment 2 certificate conversion
  • New Certificate of Construction display improvements
  • New app versions pending app store release this week:
    • iOS 2.7.1
    • Android 2.7.1
    • Windows 2.7.1

10th January 2023: Certificate of Construction update

New update to include:

  • New Certificate of Construction (now initially a single page with option to create attached certificates)
  • Drag and drop circuit details / test results rows on web site and move rows up and down on mobile app
  • Fixes for app syncing issues for specific Samsung Android devices when syncing large amounts of data
  • New app versions pending app store release this week:
    • iOS 2.7.0
    • Android 2.7.0
    • Windows 2.7.0

26th September 2022: 18th Amendment 2 update

Major update to include:

  • New certificate types for 18th Amendment 2
  • Certificate Converter included to convert existing 18th Edition certificates to Amendment 2 format
  • New app versions pending app store release this week:
    • iOS 2.5.2
    • Android 2.5.2
    • Windows 2.5.1

19th April 2022: Updates made

Enhancements include:

  • Additional search filters for searching by: engineer, certificate type and number of pages
  • New field in users section for adding approved certifier number to individual users (now required for access to create Certificate of Construction)
  • Back-end data synchronisation enhancements to prevent certificates being unable to sync requiring app re-install

17th June 2020: New app versions pending Apple/Android release this week:

iPad 2.1.6

Android 2.1.6

Windows 2.1.6

Fixes this version include:

  • Date fix sync issue on Android
  • New observations added to dropdown list
  • Copy from client button for locations on website
  • Auto complete columns 1 and 3 for observations depending on choice of dropdown mobile and website
  • Remember username on mobile apps
  • Remedial installation certificate extra field to allow certificate number if yes is selected in the table

13th March 2020: New app versions pending Apple/Android release this weekend:

iPad 2.1.0

Android 2.1.0


15th February 2020: New iOS App Pending Apple review/release this weekend:

iPad 2.0.7


12th February 2020: Latest App Versions in their stores:

Android 2.0.6

iPad 2.0.5

Windows 2.0.5