A plain-English guide to electrical tagging — what gets tested, why it matters, and who requires it.
Test and tag — also known as electrical tagging, appliance testing or portable appliance testing — is the inspection and electrical testing of portable appliances: power leads, power boards, tools, computers, kitchen appliances and more. Each item gets a visual inspection, an electrical safety test, and a durable tag showing the test date, next test due, and who tested it.
Damaged leads and faulty appliances are a leading cause of workplace electric shock and electrical fires. Testing finds faults before they hurt someone.
Employers must ensure electrical equipment is safe. Testing to AS/NZS 3760 is the recognised way to demonstrate you've done exactly that.
Insurers, landlords, principal contractors and site inductions frequently require current test tags and records before you can work or claim.
Want the detail on the standard behind all this? Read our guide to AS/NZS 3760, or check how often your equipment needs testing.
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