RETIE Certification for your company or project

We verify compliance with the Technical Regulation for Electrical Installations. Protect your infrastructure and your team with our specialized guidance.

What it consists of

RETIE Certification

The Technical Regulation for Electrical Installations (RETIE) is the Colombian standard that establishes the technical requirements electrical installations must meet to ensure the safety of people, the preservation of property, and the protection of the environment.

Its objective is to guarantee safe and efficient electrical installations in all spaces requiring electrical power.

RETIE applies to electrical installation systems in buildings, public lighting, emergency lighting, and luminous signage throughout Colombian territory.

Aspects we evaluate

  • Panel and protective equipment inspection
  • Grounding resistance measurement
  • Verification of disconnecting means and signage
  • Detailed technical report
  • Official RETIE certificate
Official Accreditation

Accredited by ONAC

We hold current accreditation from ONAC (accreditation code 19-CPR-001), under the ISO/IEC 17065:2012 standard, for the 2024 versions of the RETIE and RETILAP regulations.

Scope

Products subject to RETIE certification

These are the electrical equipment and materials that must be certified under the Technical Regulation for Electrical Installations.

Low voltage electrical plugs
General-purpose and special installation outlets
Manual switches and low voltage switches
Knife switches
Extension cords and power strips
Electrical push buttons
Electrical insulators
Cable trays
Thermal and electronic protection relays
Medium-voltage switches, disconnectors, and isolators
Low-voltage automatic devices
Surge protection devices (SPD) for low, medium, high, and extra-high voltage
Motors, generators, and mopeds
Metallic and non-metallic conduits
Battery chargers for electric vehicles
ontrollers and drivers for electrical loads
Electrical insulating tape
Communication conductors and cables
Connectors, terminals and splices
Contactors and direct starters
Boxes and enclosures
Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
Voltage regulators
Lamp holders and bulb sockets
Emergency lighting fixtures
Grounding electrodes
Automatic transfer switches
Electrical transformers
Medium- and low-voltage capacitors
Fire protection systems
Solenoid valves
Enclosures for panels and switchgear
Low-voltage circuit breakers
Manual switches
Medium-voltage switches, disconnectors, and isolators
Motors, generators, and electric pumps
Solar panels
Products for hazardous installations (painting, mining, and tunnels)
Electrical advertising
Voltage regulators
Electrical rails
Electrical panels and switchgear
Isolation panels
Electrical outlets
Metallic and non-metallic conduit
Automatic transfer switches
Transformers
Isolation transformers
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)
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Obtain your RETIE certification

Complete the form and a specialized engineer will contact you in under 2 hours with a personalized proposal.

Response in 2 hours

No-commitment advisory

Agile process

5 to 15 business days

Official certificate

Valid for 2 years

Application

What types of installations does it apply to?

Residential buildings and housing complexes
Shopping centers and offices
Industrial plants and warehouses
Hospitals and healthcare centers
Educational institutions
Hotels and lodging establishments
Event centers and theaters
Data centers and telecommunications facilities
Service and pumping stations
Energy generation installations
Emergency lighting systems
Solar photovoltaic installations
Advantages

Why choose Certicheck for your certifications?

We know your industry

We deeply understand the dynamics of supply chains and the challenges your operation faces. Our engineers have experience certifying installations in over 15 productive sectors.

We value your time

We optimize every stage of the process so you obtain your certification in the shortest time possible. Average of 5 to 15 business days depending on complexity.

We stay by your side

A team of experts dedicated to guiding you and resolving your questions at every step. Personalized advisory from the first consultation to certificate delivery.

How we do it

Our product certification process

At Certicheck we have an expert, dynamic, and dedicated team ready to work at the pace the market demands. Our priority is to provide an agile, impartial, reliable, and high-quality service.

1

Request submission

Complete the form with your installation details and the required documentation.

2

Evaluation proposal

Our engineers analyze your project and we send a technical-economic proposal.

3

Certification agreement

Technical site visit, document evaluation, and field testing according to the applicable scheme.

4

Review & issuance

Review by the Certification Committee and issuance of the official certificate.

Certification experts

Our team of certified engineers is ready to guide you through the entire RETIE certification process. Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The Technical Regulation for Electrical Installations (RETIE) is the Colombian standard that establishes the technical requirements electrical installations must meet to ensure the safety of people, the preservation of property, and the protection of the environment.

Every individual or company carrying out activities related to electrical installations in Colombia must comply with RETIE.

The complete process takes between 5 and 15 business days depending on the complexity of the installation.

RETIE certificates are valid for 2 years from their date of issue.

Lack of certification can result in penalties of up to 200 minimum monthly wages, suspension of electrical service, and legal liability in the event of accidents.