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Perth Metro, Western Australia
All suburbs - north, south, east & west
SERVICES WE COVER
Contact us - we cover all Perth metro suburbs and can discuss regional requirements on request.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
THE BASICS
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Testing and tagging is the process of visually inspecting, electrically testing and labelling portable electrical equipment to confirm it is safe to use in the workplace.
At Perth Test and Tag Solutions, our certified technicians assess each item against Australian Standard AS/NZS 3760:2022, apply a colour-coded tag showing the test date and next due date, and record all results in a detailed digital compliance report. The process helps identify faulty or deteriorating equipment before it causes an electrical shock, fire or serious workplace injury.
PTTS offers a complete, outbound testing service - we come to you! We do not offer drop-off or pick-up testing. See our Partners page for drop-off options.
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Any portable electrical equipment that connects to a mains power outlet at your workplace falls within scope. This typically includes:
Power tools and hand tools
Computers, monitors, and office equipment
Extention leads and power boards
Kitch appliances (kettles, microwaves, toasters, urns)
Cleaning equipment (vaccums, floor polishers)
Portable heaters, fans, and air conditioners
Audio-visual and event equipment
Our technicians will assess your specific workplace to identify all items that fall within the scope of AS/NZS 3760:2022 and require compliance tagging.
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Yes. Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2022 (WA) and WHS Regulations 2022, all employers have a legal duty of care to ensure that electrical equipment in the workplace is safe for use.
Australian Standard AS/NZS 3760:2022 sets out the specific requirements for in-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment. Regular testing and tagging in accordance with this standard is the accepted method of demonstrating compliance with your WHS obligations.
Failure to comply can result in significant fines from WorkSafe WA, and - more critically - exposes your workers, clients and visitors to serious electrical hazards. It can also affect insurance coverage if an electrical incident occurs on an untagged or out-of-date item.
Not sure if your business is compliant? Contact us for a no-obligation quote.
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New equipment does not require electrical testing before its first use. However, it does still require a visual inspection and a ‘new to service’ tag applied before being put into service, in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022.
This confirms the item has been visually checked, is free from visible damage, and is safe to being using. From that point, the normal testing interval applies based on the environment in which the equipment will be used
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Yes. After every PTTS visit you receive a detailed digital compliance report listing every item testing, its individual pass or fail result, the next test due date and the attending technician’s details. You also receive a Certificate of Compliance.
We recommend retaining these records for the working life of the equipment. They are essential for:
WorkSafe WA audits and inspections
Insurance documentation and claims
Internal workplace risk assessments
Demonstrating due diligence as an employer
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE
TESTING INTERVALS
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Testing intervals are determined by AS/NZS 3760:2022 Table 2.4 and depend of the environment in which the equipment operates. As a general guide:
3 months - Building, construction and demolition sites
6 months - Factories, workshops, and production environments
12 months - Environments where cords are subject to regular flexing or risk of physical damage.
5 years (60 months) - Low risk environments where cords are stationary and rarely moved
Fire equipment is generally inspected every 6 months or as specified in the relevant Australian Standard.
Environmental factors including heat, moisture, dust and vibration can affect electrical equipment and may require more frequent testing. Our technicians assess your site during each visit and confirm the correct interval based on your specific environment and equipment.
These intervals are set by Australian Standard AS/NZS 3760:2022 - not by PTTS. We simply ensure your business meets the requirements that apply to your environment.
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New equipment does not require electrical testing before its first use. However, it does still require a visual inspection and a ‘new to service’ tag applied before being put into service, in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022.
This confirms the item has been visually checked, is free from visible damage, and is safe to being using. From that point, the normal testing interval applies based on the environment in which the equipment will be used
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Yes. AS/NZS 3760:2022 allows an allowable tolerance of up to two weeks beyond a tag’s due date.
That said, we always recommend scheduling your next test before the due date rather than relying on the grace period. A WorkSafe inspection or an insurance assessment won’t always be sympathetic to a tag that’s overdue - even within the tolerance window. Getting ahead of your compliance schedule is the safest approach.
PTTS offers an optional reminder service to help you stay on top of upcoming test dates without having to track them yourself.
OUR PROCESS
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Yes. Equipment must be switched off and unplugged from the power outlet before our technician can test it. The item is then connected to a calibrated portable appliance tester, which runs a series of electrical tests including:
Earth continuity test
Insulation resistance test
Leakage current test
Polarity check
We understand that downtime has a real cost. That’s why we work closely with our clients to schedule testing at times that minimise disruption, including before-hours, after hours and weekend appointments. Just let us know what works for your operation and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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Yes. Flexible scheduling is one of the ways PTTS makes compliance as straightforward as possible for our clients. We offer:
Early morning starts (before business opens)
After-hours visits (once operations have finished for the day)
Weekend appointments for businesses that can’t afford midweek downtime
When you request a quote, simply let us know your preferred scheduling requirements and we’ll confirm what’s available.
TAG COLOURS
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In WA, tag colours are regulated for the construction, demolition and mining industries, where a quarterly colour rotation applies. For all other industries, tag colours are not regulated - however using consistent colours across different testing intervals is good practice.
RED - December, January, February
GREEN - March, April, May
BLUE - June, July, August
YELLOW - September, October, November
For construction sites, the tag colour identifies the quarter in which the test was conducted. Tags are valid for 3 months from the test date, regardless of which quarter they run into. You will commonly see the previous quarter's colour still present on items at the start of a new period - as long as they are within the 3-month window, they remain valid.
For workplaces with equipment on different testing intervals (e.g. 6-month workshop items and 12-month office items), using different tag colours is a useful way to quickly identify when each item is next due.
Want to learn more? Visit our full page on test and tag colours in WA →
PRICING
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Test and tag pricing at Perth Test and Tag Solutions depends on the number of appliances to be tested, the environment type and the services required. We structure our pricing across three clear packages:
Small Business - 1 to 100 appliances
Medium Business - 100 to 750 appliances
Large / Project - 750+ appliances or specialised requirements (project-based pricing)
All packages include on-site testing, a detailed digital asset report, a Certificate of Conformance, and an optional reminder service. We provide a free, no-obligation formal quote tailored to your specific site before any work is carried out.
View our full pricing breakdown on our Test and Tag Pricing page →
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Perth Test and Tag Solutions services a wide range of industries across the entire Perth metropolitan area. We tailor our testing approach to the specific requirements of each environment - from a small office to a large mining site.
Offices & corporate
Retail & shopping centres
Cafes & restaurants
Hotels & motels
Medical & allied health
Veterinary clinics
Childcare & education
Gyms & fitness studios
Hair & beauty salons
Warehouse & industrial
Construction sites
Mining & resources
Events & functions
Schools & universities
Not sure if your industry is covered? Contact us if you’re in Perth and you have electrical equipment, we can almost certainly help!
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