Active Test & Tag Solutions

Our work is completed in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2010, the Australian Safety Standard specific to the inspection and maintenance of electrical appliances and devices.

During the test and tag process, our technicians will conduct a visual inspection, complete testing with a state-of-the-art PAT (Portable Appliance Tester) device, tag the equipment and provide you with a comprehensive report.

This process involves the following tests:

Visual Inspection of the equipment.

We will check for any damage to the equipment, leads and plugs. Looking for loose or damaged pins, cuts and exposed wires or general damage to the piece of equipment.

Earth Continuity Testing

To confirm that the resistance of the protective earth circuit is sufficiently low to ensure correct operation of the circuit protecting device in the event of a fault occurring.

Insulation Resistance Testing

To prove that no unexpected leakage of electrical current is occurring from the electrical equipment.

Polarity Testing

To ensure that no shock hazards arise from the incorrect connection of active, neutral and earthing conductors.

Test and Tag intervals.

The main underlying factor when determining test and tag intervals is the type of environment that the equipment is located in. The intervals outlined in the standard should be seen as a minimum test and tag requirement. Some workplaces may have different test and tag frequencies based on their own risk management and OHS planning and, in some circumstances, might require the use of certain test tag colours.

Generally, the following intervals are recommended for the most common environments:

3 months: building, construction and demolition – this requires the most frequent testing due to it being considered a harsh environment and therefore an appliance being damaged is more likely compared to other settings.

6 months: factories, warehouses and production – this type of an environment is not considered as harsh, but because appliances are often used constantly they should be tested every 6 months.

12 months: an environment where the equipment/supply cord is prone to flexing or open to abuse – this is often referred to as a hostile environment as the appliance can be overused and is therefore exposed to abuse by the user, as well as dust, general deterioration and the weather.

5 yearly: an environment where the equipment/supply cord is not prone to flexing or open to abuse – this is commonly referred to as a non-hostile environment.

Three Phase Equipment is often found in workshops and manufacturing environments where higher voltage is required to run industrial equipment.

Three Phase Testing involves the same visual inspection, testing, labelling, reporting and recording of the results.

An RCD, or residual current device, acts as a life-saving device, which is designed to detect and halt the power in an electrical socket, preventing dangerous electric currents and fatal electric shocks. RCDs are usually located on a switchboard but can be used portably. Every home and workplace should enlist in regular RCD (safety switch) testing to ensure they are working correctly.

The Queensland Electrical Safety Regulation requires workplaces to have RCDs (safety switch) protection and regular trip time testing to ensure these devices provide adequate protection in the event of electric fault.

In most cases, RCDs must be tested every six (6) months.

Please note that RCDs on construction sites have a more rigorous testing regime that incorporates daily mechanical (push button) testing before use.

It is normal for microwaves to deteriorate over time, which subsequently increases the serious health risk to users.

We conduct microwave radiation tests which includes a visual inspection to check for damage and worn out seals, and a radiation leakage test which is conducted when the microwave is in use.

Our technicians can supply affordable replacement items in the event of equipment failure, to keep productivity moving.