Test and Tag Regulations WA
WHS Regulations 2022 have been implemented in WA. There is a requirement to test and tag all items located in a hostile operating environment on at least an annual basis in accordance with the specifications in AS/NZS 3760:2022. Items in manufacturing environments should be inspected, tested and tagged on a 6 monthly basis.
A hostile environment is defined as one where portable electrical items are exposed to heat, dust, moisture, corrosion, abrasion or vibration and could include kitchens, bathrooms, workshops, meeting rooms, or poorly set up offices.
RCD’s are lifesaving devices that will switch off power in the event of an incident such as electric shock. Under WHS regulations, RCD’s in Western Australia are required to be tested regularly in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022 to ensure to ensure their tripping time is within the stated tolerances of AS/NZS 3760:2022.
ATS can also supply essential services in the area of Fire Protection Equipment to our South Australian customers. These essential services include hydrants and hose reels inspections and testing, portable extinguisher inspection and testing, and Exit and Emergency Light testing.
ATS offers a Microwave Leakage Testing service to ensure all microwave ovens in the workplace comply with AS/NZS 60335.2.25.
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Test and Tag WA
All ATS technicians are fully insured with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance, follow ATS’s safe systems of work and wear a professional ATS uniform and ATS identification badge.
ATS offers a convenient reminder service to ensure your testing remains up to date. One of our friendly team members will contact you to schedule testing and tagging services so that your business remains compliant with current regulations as part of our comprehensive service.
In addition, all ATS’s clients benefit of our state of the art reporting system. This interactive system is world class and ensures you have access to the test and tag history of all your appliances including the detailed test results – not just the results we want you to see! Click here for more information on our reporting system
WA Test and Tag Regulations
Manufacturing and Workshops
Test and Tag
- At least 6 monthly by a Competent Person
Fixed RCD Test
- 6 monthly Push Button test
- 12 monthly Operating Time Test
Portable RCD Test
- Daily or before each use Push Button test
- 12 monthly Operating Time Test
Hostile Operating Environments
(eg Kitchens, Bathrooms, Meeting Rooms – items move regularly)
Test and Tag
- At least 12 monthly by a Competent Person
Fixed RCD Test
- 6 monthly Push Button test
- 12 monthly Operating Time Test
Portable RCD Test
- 3 monthly Push Button test
- 12 monthly Operating Time Test
Non-Hostile Operating Environments
(eg General office areas – items NEVER move)
Test and Tag
- 5 yearly by a Competent Person
Fixed RCD Test
- 6 monthly Push Button test
- 2 yearly Operating Time Test
Portable RCD Test
- 3 monthly Push Button test
- 2 yearly Operating Time Test
Commercial Cleaning
Test and Tag
- 6 monthly by a competent person
Fixed RCD Test
- Not Applicable
Portable RCD Test
- Daily or before each use Push Button test
- 3 monthly Operating Time Test
Hire Equipment
Test and Tag
- To be inspected before each hire and tested and tagged every 3 months
Fixed RCD Test
- Push Button test by hirer prior to hire
- 12 monthly Operating Time Test
Portable RCD Test
- Push Button test by hirer prior to hire
- 3 monthly Operating Time Test
Accommodation
Test and Tag
- 2 yearly by a competent person
Fixed RCD Test
- 6 monthly Push Button test
- 2 yearly Operating Time Test
Portable RCD Test
- 6 monthly Push Button test
- 2 yearly Operating Time Test
Construction and Demolition
Test and Tag
- 3 monthly testing by a competent person in accordance with AS/NZS 3012:2010
Fixed RCD Test
- Monthly Push Button test
- Monthly Operating Time Test
Portable RCD Test
- Daily or before each use Push Button test
- Monthly Operating Time Test
Mining
Test and Tag
- 3 monthly testing by a competent person
Fixed RCD Test
- 3 monthly testing by a licenced electrician for > 1000V supply
- 3 monthly testing by a competent person for < 1000V supply
Portable RCD Test
- Regular testing by a competent person
New Equipment
Upon entry to service should be inspected for damage and tagged with a New to Service tag indicating it has not been tested and the date it will be tested
WA Specific Applicable Legislation
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