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Yes! The current building and electrical wiring regulations specify RCD’s are to be installed on all circuits in all new installations and also where any changes to the electrical installation have been made. WHS regulations specify RCD’s are to be installed (and regularly tested) in all circuits in hostile environments. A hostile environment is one where heat, dust, corrosion, moisture or vibration may be present. Additionally, any installed RCD’s are also to be regularly...
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RCD / Safety Switch Requirements for QLD Rental PropertiesResidual Current Devices (RCD’s) are commonly referred to as Safety Switches in a residential environment. ...
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Electrical Safety | Staff who Work from HomeI was at a Employee Relations seminar yesterday (original blog post is dated 2016) (aparently Employee Relations is the new HR) and the topic of...
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How often should portable RCD’s be push button tested?AS/NZS 3760:2010 specifies the recommended frequency of testing both Fixed and Portable RCD’s for all states except Queensland. Portable RCD’s in...
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What is Test and Tag?Test and Tag is a process of carefully visually inspecting each appliance for damage to flex, connections, guards, covers and plug by a competent technician. Once...
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How often does test and tag need to be done?Test and Tag retest frequencies vary by State in Australia. Below is a convenient summary of the requirements across Australia.
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How quickly should a RCD trip?AS/NZS 3760:2010 specifies the maximum “trip time” a RCD must switch off the power to the circuit along with the recommended frequency of testing. Type 1...
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Do you have to be an electrician to test and tag?No an electrician is not required to complete testing and tagging , however electricians can complete testing and tagging...
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What is a RCD and how does it work?There are 3 types of RCD in workplaces across Australia. Fixed, Portable and Socket Outlet RCD’s. All RCD’s are identified by the presence of a “test” button. If it...
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Is test and tag a legal requirement?Yes it is a legal requirement. WHS regulations in NSW, ACT, TAS, SA, WA and NT state that all equipment used in a higher risk operating environment in which...
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