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Test and Tag Common Questions
Test & Tag Training have compiled a list of your most common test and tag questions and problems. We aim to clear up all of your uncertainties regarding specific test and tag regulations and topics that are essential to understand.
Changes to Test & Tag Standard in 2022
Recently the Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 3760 went through a makeover and has now officially changed. We’ve done the hard work and summarized everything you need to know about the changes relating to the test and tag industry.
Test and Tag Intervals: How often do I Test and Tag?
When understanding the test and tag intervals and how often an electrical appliance should be tested, the main underlying factor is the type of environment that appliance is located in.
Test and Tag Colours
When you’ve been called out to test appliances, understanding which test and tag colour to use can be quite a confusing concept in particular industries. After all, you want to know what is and what isn't required by Australian standards.
What is Test and Tag?
Test and Tag is the name given to the process of checking the safety of portable electrical appliances. It involves two parts: first visually inspecting the appliance for any damage, followed by electrically testing it with a Portable Appliance Tester.
What Is AS/NZS 3760?
The AS/NZS 3760 is an Australian standard that oversees the Test and Tag industry in regards to electrical safety of portable appliances.
5 Tips for Starting a Test and Tag Business
There's a number of different factors to consider before you take the plunge of starting your own test and tag business. We've given you our top five tips that we consider to be the most important.
Does New Equipment Need To Be Tested And Tagged?
When talking about newly purchased equipment, it’s worth pointing out that it doesn’t need to be tested upon purchase. However, it still needs to be visually inspected and tagged.
Testing Second-Hand Equipment for Safe Resale
According to Australian laws, testing second-hand equipment before reselling is as important as testing any other equipment. It is the seller's responsibility to ensure the safety of the purchaser and sell quality equipment.
Product Recalls: Staying Up-To-Date
Keeping a close eye on publicly announced recalled items is an area that’s often overlooked by test and tag students. This area forms an essential part of the industry, as many of these recalled appliances pose a significant risk to the public.
Test Tag Labels: How much information is required on the tag?
Read a complete guide to Test Tags, including what information needs to be on the tag as a minimum and what each box actually means.
Which Test Tag Label Should I Use?
It's extremely important to use the correct test tag based on the environment you're testing in.
SA Test & Tag Regulations
Test and Tag regulations are critical for anyone who is looking to offer test and tag services. Test and Tag regulations for South Australia used to be different but are now similar to the rest of Australia.
Do you need to be an electrician to Test and Tag?
It’s one the most common questions we hear – do you need to be an electrician to test and tag?
Can you Test and Tag your own equipment?
Yes, you can test and tag your own equipment if you are deemed a competent person. Read this article to know how you can get that title.
Test & Tag Visual Inspection Checklist
According to our experienced test and tag specialists, a considerable number of defects can be detected by performing a basic visual inspection during testing and tagging. Here is a guide that highlights what to observe while carrying out a visual examination.
Queensland Test & Tag Regulations
Test and tag regulation does differ across states, and in QLD if you wish to offer testing and tagging as a service to others, you will need to complete training and apply for an additional licence. We explain everything you need to know here.
NSW Test & Tag Regulations
For NSW specifically, the test and tag regulations used to be slightly different to the other states with regards to the test and tag colours and the AS/NZS 3012 Standard.
WA Test & Tag Regulations
Western Australia has now aligned with the rest of the Australian states when it comes to test and tag regulations, so it’s important you’re aware of the AS/NZS standards, test tag colours, and testing frequencies that now apply to WA.
VIC Test & Tag Regulations
When testing and tagging in Victoria, it's important to know the testing standards and what regulations are in place. We take a closer look at the AS/NZS 3760 Standard and what it means for VIC.
3 Reasons To Use Custom Test Tags
Whether you're running a test and tag business or you've been given the task of testing items within your company - custom test tags will help make your job easier and assist with growing your business.
Testing & Tagging Hire Equipment
Specifically, for people working within the hire industry (or anyone wanting to hire equipment for themselves) they need to be aware of the minimum requirements as set by the AS/NZS 3760 Standard.
Does Test & Tag Training Have to be Renewed?
In order to Test and Tag in Australia you must be deemed a ‘Competent Person’ which is defined in the AS/NZS 3760 2010 Standard. Students who successfully complete a Test and Tag course will be deemed competent - but does this training have to refreshed?
Safety in Aged Care: Test & Tag Solutions
Empower your aged care home with staff that can internally test and tag electrical items. We train. We equip. You excel.
Testing & Tagging for Construction
It's important to remember that test and tag requirements do change depending on the environment you are in. If you will be testing a Construction, Demolition or Mining site, you must adhere to the AS/NZS 3012 Standard.
Testing & Tagging Medical Equipment
Our team of test and tag experts take a closer look at testing and tagging in the medical industry, specifically with regards to what is considered medical equipment and what Standard it should be tested to.
What will the Test & Tag Industry look like in 10 years?
We’ve put together all of our testing and tagging expertise to predict future trends, as well as how we see the industry evolving in the years to come.
Test and Tag Mistakes to Avoid
It's a myth that only electricians can test and tag. In this article, we have debunked 8 such misconceptions people have regarding testing and tagging.