Electrical Testing (FAQ)

Can the testing damage our equipment?

No. test it’s safe electrics Technicians are well trained, many are licensed electricians with many years of experience, and use the latest in appliance testing equipment.

How often should I test equipment?

Where local regulations do not exist the Australian standards detail the frequencies required. Equipment manufacturers may also specify

particular frequencies of test.

Will I need to turn equipment off?

Yes, equipment will need to be turned OFF prior to testing.

What are the benefits in keeping test records?

Record keeping provides a number of benefits, which include: Asset tracking of equipment. Demonstrated evidence of compliance. Evidence that the work was

undertaken. The ability to forecast testing quantities and forecast budgets.

Why not test it myself?

Conducting your own testing is one way of achieving compliance. There are a number of reasons why companies out-source there testing: Testing is not a core activity. Your staff do not have the time to devote to the testing task. There may be no record keeping system in place. An independent supplier provides a third party validation.There are numerous scattered sites and it is not cost effective to travel in-house staff.