Ensure you meet test and tag regulations.
Electrical Test & Tag is an essential safety requirement for business.
In New South Wales, electrical testing and tagging are essential to ensure workplace safety and compliance with regulations. Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017, employers must ensure that electrical equipment is regularly tested by a competent person to minimize electrical hazards.
Key Requirements:
Competent Person: Only trained and qualified individuals can perform electrical testing and tagging.
Testing Frequency: Testing intervals vary based on the risk level of the environment:
Low-risk areas (e.g., offices) – Every 5 years
Moderate-risk areas (e.g., workshops) – Every 2 years
High-risk areas (e.g., construction sites) – Every 12 months
Testing Process: Includes visual inspections, electrical testing for insulation and earthing, followed by tagging the equipment with the test date and next due date.
Tagging Color Code: Indicates when the next test is due, such as red tags for tests within the last 12 months.
Standards: Compliance with AS/NZS 3760:2010 ensures that testing is performed according to national guidelines.
Record Keeping: Accurate documentation of tests is essential and may be requested for audits.
Non-compliance can result in legal consequences, so businesses must ensure their electrical equipment is regularly tested and tagged