The process commonly referred to as ‘testing and tagging’ is a process of checking electrical equipment in accordance with Australian standards. Electrical testing and tagging must be carried out in accordance to Australian standards outlined in AS/NZS 3760, by a competent, trained person. The test and tag process involves inspecting, electrically testing and then labeling and logging the electrical appliances. Testing and tagging to the Australian standards helps to ensure the safety of electrical equipment in the workplace and can dramatically reduce the risks of electrocution and fires. ECO Test and Tag can carry out the testing process from start to finish and take all the hassle out for you. We provide you with detailed electronic reports and can provide email and phone reminders when appliances approach their retest date if you opt to.

Tests should be conducted at three month, six month, one year or five year intervals depending on the environment in which the electrical equipment is in. The period of time a tag lasts for will be assessed by the technician who conducts the testing process in accordance with Australian standards. Many factors can affect equipment in any given environment, such as heat, moisture, dust, vibration, etcetera. which can cause damage to electrical equipment. These factors are used to determine when the appliance will need to be retested.

An electrical compliance report provides the results and details of each test conducted. In order to ensure that the information is available when required, it is vital the results are recorded. Here at ECO Test and Tag our reports are provided in a PDF format via email or hard copy if requested. It is recommend you keep any electrical report for at least the lifetime the equipment is in use. The electrical test and tag log can be used as part of risk assessment for your workplace.

No one wants to be at fault for an incident that results in injury or even death. This is why it is so important you comply with all relevant work health and safety regulations in your workplace. The testing and tagging process improves the general safety of a workplace for the employers, employees and visitors within a given environment. It helps identify faulty equipment and therefore reduces the risk of serious injuries and ill health caused by faulty equipment.