What is Testing and Tagging?

Electrical test and tagging is the process of checking the safety of portable electrical appliances. This service is completed as a precautionary safety measure to ensure that the appliances used at a workplace are safely operating and in good working order. The purpose of test and tagging is to prevent (or reduce the risk of) electrical hazards, such as electrical shocks and fires.

Test and tagging consists of four parts:

• Visual inspection – The item is visually inspected for any damage or faults to the appliance or cord. The appliance must visually be in good working order to pass the test.
• Electrical Test – Using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT), we electronically test the item to determine if it is functioning correctly.
• Tagging the item – The item will be labelled with a company tag to signify that it has been tested. This tag will include the test date, due date and the technician’s licence number. If the item fails the test, it will be tagged with an ‘Out of Service’ tag to clearly show the item is unsafe for use.
• Reporting – You will receive a completion report outlining the items tested, failed items, recommendations, due dates, etc.