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Electrical Testing and Tagging
Are you interested in ensuring the safety of the electrical appliances and equipment used at your workplace?
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Would you like reassurance that your business is protected from potential electrical hazards?
Test and tagging involves inspecting electrical equipment in compliance with Australian Standards AS/NZS 3760:2022, which stipulates that electrical equipment must undergo regular inspection and testing to identify visible damage and wear. Voltcheck Test and Tag offers comprehensive services, delivering a detailed report upon completion of the process, plus a reliable, friendly re-booking reminder when your equipment becomes due for testing again so you never have to worry about making sure your compliance is up to date again.
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The frequency of testing required for devices and equipment ranges from monthly to every 5 years, depending on factors such as usage, whether it's a hostile or non hostile environment, and location. This frequency is determined not only by the specific location but also by the surrounding environment. Our technicians at Voltcheck Test and Tag can assess and advise on the appropriate testing frequency during inspection, considering various environmental factors.
Types of equipment that require testing and tagging include, but are not limited to:
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Portable electrical tools
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Appliances
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Powerboards
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Extension leads
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Computer work stations
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Printer/Photocopier/Fax stations
Our highly trained and fully certified experts conduct visual inspections on your electrical appliances to detect any damage. Additionally, they utilise a Portable Appliance Tester to perform rigorous electrical testing, ensuring your equipment maintains optimal safety standards.
With our services, you can rest assured that your equipment is functioning properly, safeguarding the well-being of your staff and customers from electrical hazards.
FAQs
What happens if I have new equipment? We often get asked re New Equipment what the process is: Australian regulations hold suppliers accountable for the initial electrical safety of the equipment. Therefore, new equipment does not require testing upon purchase. Instead, a visual inspection for evident defects or damage suffices. Once deemed compliant, the responsibility for tagging the equipment in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022 transfers to the owner.
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What is the difference between a hostile and non hostile environment?
A hostile operating environment means a place of work where the electrical equipment or flexible supply cord is, in its normal use, subject to conditions that are likely to result in damage to the equipment.
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A non-hostile operating environment refers to a workplace where electrical equipment is dry, clean, well-organised and free of operating conditions that are likely to result in damage to the equipment.