Appliance Tagging Services (ATS) provides professional electrical safety and essential services compliance for businesses across Tasmania, with qualified technicians in Hobart, Launceston and throughout the state.
The Legal Framework in Tasmania
- Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (Tas) — Tasmania’s harmonised WHS legislation
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (Tas) — including Regulation 150 for hostile environments
- Electricity Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997 (Tas) — governing electrical safety standards
- AS/NZS 3760:2022 — the national test and tag standard
- WorkSafe Tasmania — the state WHS regulator
What Tasmanian Businesses Must Do
Tasmania follows the harmonised national framework. All portable electrical equipment in hostile environments must be tested and tagged in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022. RCDs must be tested in hostile environments. Emergency lighting must be tested every 6 months to AS 2293.2. Fire protection equipment must be maintained to AS 1851:2012.
Testing Frequencies in Tasmania
| Service | Hostile Environment | Office/Low-Risk |
| Test and Tag | Every 3–6 months | Every 12 months |
| RCD Testing | Every 3–6 months | Every 12 months |
| Exit Light Testing | Every 6 months | Every 6 months |
| Fire Extinguisher | 6-monthly inspection / annual service | 6-monthly inspection / annual service |
ATS in Tasmania
ATS has qualified technicians across both Northern and Southern Tasmania. Call 1300 287 669 or get a free quote for your Tasmanian business.