Practical Requirements – Checklist for Self Contained Certification
As easy as one, two, three, four, five. To get ready for your Self Contained Green inspection, your vehicle must have these basic requirements:
- Water Supply System – stored in a ventilated, opaque, and secure container. Industry guidance is that this should be at least 12L of fresh water per person for 3 days.
- Wastewater System – Grey water storage with external ventilation. Industry guidance, not law, is that the wastewater is the same size or larger than the fresh water.
- Fixed Toilet – Permanently installed, with a minimum of 3L per person.
- Sink – Connected to wastewater storage with a trap, available for handwashing and dishwashing.
- Rubbish Storage – Secure rubbish container with a lid. Industry guidance is that it should be a sealable storage container with a minimum of 1 litre per person per day for 3 days.
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Ventilation System – Via windows, fan, or openable vents.

