Test and Tag
As the name suggests, a portable appliance is an electrical device that is easy to move or carry. Electrobots provide appliance testing and tagging for a variety of different electrical devices.
What Type of Equipment or Appliances Can Be Tested?
Anything that is 240v that plugs into an electrical outlet needs to have Portable Appliance Testing completed. Our portable appliance testers work on earthed appliances and double-insulated appliances. These are also referred to as Class 1 and Class 2 devices, which are the main two categories of appliances that our technicians assess.
Common items include:
- Electric power tools: angle grinders, belt sanders, drills, and nail guns
- Office kitchen appliances: kettles, toasters and microwave ovens
- Power boards and extension cords
- Laptops and desktop computers (or monitors)
- Printers and photocopiers
- Electric desk fans and heaters
- RCD safety switches
If you want the assurance of safety for your business or workplace, then any and all electrical devices should undergo Portable Appliance Testing. Are you unsure if your items are eligible to be tested? No worries! Contact Electrobots and we’ll let you know if your electrical device is safe for our pat portable appliance testers.
Is Portable Appliance Testing a Legal Requirement?
Portable appliance testing is a legal requirement for companies in the construction, mining and demolition industry, under the
AS/NZS 3760:2022 safety standards. Having an electrical maintenance program is a legal requirement for all businesses. Test and Tag services are proven to be best practice for portable appliance maintenance.
Tag Pricing
For 1- 250 appliances' a $120 standard call out fee will be charged in addition to the number of tests completed. Every service includes; onsite visit, visual inspection, testing and tagging, detailed reporting and free service reminders prior to next test intervals.
*Different pricing for 3Phase equipment testing and tagging and RCD testing. Please call 02 6189 6060 for more information and a detailed quote.
How Often Should Portable Appliances be PAT Tested?
Electrobots follow AS/NZS 3760:2022 testing frequencies. Our test and tag technicians will assess the Portable Appliance Testing frequency you require to stay compliant with Australian workplace safety standards.
03 Months
Building and Construction
Portable appliance testing services in mining, construction and demolition settings are essential. These are hazardous environments, so regular testing on a 3-monthly basis is the best way to avoid potential safety risks. Handheld equipment like power tools already present a danger to users, and appliance failure could end in disaster. Our portable appliance testers will ensure that appliance safety is never in doubt.
06 Months
Factories and Warehouses
Electrical equipment used in a factory, warehouse, or production setting will be exposed to many potential hazards. The testing requirements aren’t as strict as construction/demolition, but many industries will have mandatory Portable Appliance Testing. Routine portable appliance maintenance and safety checks will ensure no electrical hazards go unnoticed.
12 Months
Schools and Offices
Portable equipment and appliances in schools and offices will still experience some use and abuse. An appliance in schools might be used everyday by students and teachers, or left in storage unless needed. If the portable devices are moved often, the appliance cords will flex in normal use or open to abuse and may start to fray or break down. Annual testing for portable appliances will ensure that the flexible cords haven’t split and that your electrical devices are still safe for use.
5 Years
Server Rooms
Portable appliance testing is less frequent for settings like server rooms. Electrical equipment and devices in these settings aren’t handled or used by people on a regular basis or open to abuse. Even with a large number of electrical items and extension cords (or extension leads) hooked up to servers, Portable Appliance Testing for this electric equipment may not be necessary for several years.