Q: Is it law in Victoria to Test & Tag my equipment?

A: Yes

AS/NZS 3760:2003

In-service Safety Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment 

This standard specifies procedures for the safety inspection and testing of low voltage single phase and poly-phase (e.g. nominal 240V and 415V) electrical equipment, connected to the power supply by a flexible lead and/or connecting device.

In-service Safety Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment is necessary for the safety of persons using the equipment and for the discharge of the obligations of the employer and employees as stated in relevant  legislation covering occupational health and safety issues.

The purpose of the inspection and testing of electrical is identify equipment that may cause an electrical hazard to the user or other persons and also to identify any adverse conditions or environment that could potentially make the electrical equipment unsafe.

The Standard refers to electrical equipment that is connected to a power supply by a flexible cord and/or connecting device. This can include such items as

(a)             Power tools

(b)             Plug-in Air- Conditioners

(c)             Toasters and Kettles

(d)             Microwave Ovens

(e)             Vacuum Cleaners

(f)              Computers

(g)             EPODs 

(h)             Extension Leads

The Standard states that the inspection & testing procedures shall be carried out by a “Competent Person” as defined in Clause 1.4.5. AS/NZS 3760:2003

Q: How many appliances do i need to have for you to come and test and tag our equipment?

A: There is no minimum. For a per tag price is comes doen to qauntity. However if you have only 10 appliances to test you would be charged an hourly rate.

Q: How often do I need to test my appliances?

A: Some aplliances need to be tested 3 monthly, 6 monthly & yearly.

Q: If you test my leads and they fail what happens then?

A: We generally have leads, power boards & laptop / computer cords with us for sale and they will be tested & tagged on the spot. If we do not have what it is you need we have wholesalers throught Victoria and can pick what you need up very quickly.