When you Test and Tag your appliances you’re making sure that your equipment is electrically safe and maintained in a safe condition. Testing and tagging doesn’t guarantee future electrical safety, what it does is provide a snapshot of how safe the appliance is at the time of testing.
What electrical items should you Test and Tag?
You’ll need to test and tag all electrical equipment that plugs in or is connected to an electrical power supply socket (using a cord which is flexible or another form of connecting devices). That includes all equipment that is new, second hand, repaired, or that you have available for hire.
How often do you need to have electrical items Tested and Tagged?
New equipment should be tested before it goes into use within the workplace, and regular testing should be completed over the life of the electrical equipment.
The intervals at which you need to test and tag your electrical equipment is dependent on both the type of equipment, and the environment that the equipment is used in.
Different classes of equipment, RCDs, Cord Sets and Power Boards need to be inspected at different intervals. Environments such as factories and workshops need to be checked more frequently than equipment in residential-type areas such as hotels, motels and hostels.
It’s best that you ask electricians what needs to be tested and when for your specific equipment and situation.
What inspections are carried out for a Test and Tag?
Our qualified and experienced commercial electricians will determine if the electronic appliances are safe for use. This involves a visual inspection of the appliance looking for defects such as damage to the appliance or missing components, along with electrical testing including earth continuity, insulation resistance and polarity.
What Next?
Simply call or email our office to arrange for one of our team to visit you onsite to test your electrical equipment. Call 021 179 6637 to book.
Follow this link to find out more about electrical test and tag on the WorkSafe website: https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/topic-and-industry/electricity/testing-and-tagging-electrical-appliances/