Test and Tag Perth: Electrical Testing and Tagging From $2.20 Per Item

Yes, where electrical equipment is used in conditions likely to damage it. Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA), a PCBU (person conducting a business or undertaking) has a duty to provide a safe workplace. Regulation 150 of the Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 (WA) requires electrical equipment to be regularly inspected and tested by a competent person when it's supplied through a socket outlet and used in conditions likely to damage it or reduce its working life.

WorkSafe WA, part of the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS), enforces this across general industry, mining and petroleum workplaces. In practice, that means:

• Identifying plug in equipment exposed to moisture, heat, vibration, dust, chemicals or mechanical damage
• Having that equipment inspected and tested by a competent person
• Keeping records of every inspection, test and tag
• Following AS/NZS 3012 on construction and demolition sites

This isn't just paperwork. Non-compliance can lead to WorkSafe WA issuing improvement or prohibition notices, and directors can face personal liability if a preventable incident occurs and the business can't show it met its duty of care.

Not sure where your workplace sits? Ask for a free quote and a local technician will tell you exactly what needs testing and how often.

Test tags in WA use four colours, one for each three month period: red for December to February, green for March to May, blue for June to August and yellow for September to November. The system comes from AS/NZS 3760 and AS/NZS 3012, and it lets a technician, a WorkSafe WA inspector or anyone on site check at a glance whether an item is still within its testing window.

Colour coding is used where three monthly testing applies, such as construction, demolition and mine sites. In workplaces with longer testing intervals, tags show the test date and the retest date instead. For more detail, see our guide to test and tag colours in WA.

A Perth Customer Story

Richard is a winemaker in the Swan Valley. Seven years ago a faulty fridge short circuited and started a fire in his shed, destroying thousands of dollars of equipment before it was brought under control. Since then he's been a regular customer of The Local Guys, and has recommended us to other local wineries and his daughter's sports club.

Don't wait for a fault to find you. Get a free quote for your Perth workplace.

Most Perth workplaces need test and tag every 3 to 12 months, depending on how and where the equipment is used. Under AS/NZS 3760:2022, the typical intervals are:

These are typical intervals, not a fixed schedule for every business. The right frequency depends on the equipment, how hard it's used and the conditions it's exposed to. On your first visit, a Local Guys technician assesses your site and sets a schedule that fits, then our free reminders tell you when the next test is due.

New equipment doesn't need testing before first use under AS/NZS 3760:2022, but it should still be visually checked for obvious damage.

Get a free quote and we'll work out the right schedule for your site.

Other Safety Testing Services in Perth

Test and tag is only one part of workplace safety. The Local Guys also provides these services across Perth, and most can be combined into the same visit so you get one report.

Portable Appliance Testing Perth

Portable appliance testing (PAT) checks plug in electrical equipment to make sure it's safe to keep using. Our Perth technicians start with a visual inspection, then run electrical tests with calibrated equipment. Computers, power boards, extension leads, kitchen appliances and power tools are all covered, and every item is recorded, tagged and added to your digital report. More in our guide to portable appliance testing in Perth.

RCD Testing Perth

Your RCDs (safety switches) cut the power if someone gets a shock, but pressing the test button only tells you the button works. It doesn't tell you how fast the switch actually trips. That's what we measure.

Our Perth technicians run an operating time test on each RCD with calibrated equipment, confirming it trips within the required time. Results go into the same report as your test and tag, whether you're a Perth CBD office or a Joondalup retail store.

In WA, Regulation 164 of the Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 requires RCDs in certain workplaces to be tested regularly by a competent person. Our guide to RCD testing requirements in WA explains the detail.

What it costs: RCDs count toward your $125+GST minimum, which covers up to 32 test and tag items or RCDs. Larger sites are quoted per RCD.

Fire Extinguisher Testing Perth

An extinguisher that's lost pressure or has a cracked hose won't help anyone when it counts. We inspect and service extinguishers to AS 1851, the Australian Standard for maintaining fire protection equipment, which sets out a routine service every six months.

At each visit, your Perth technician checks the pressure gauge, seals, hose and nozzle, looks for damage or corrosion, makes sure each unit is mounted and easy to reach, and updates the service tag. From Kewdale warehouses to Osborne Park offices, we can service extinguishers in the same visit as your test and tag. Read our Perth fire extinguisher testing checklist.

What it costs: from $10 to $15 per extinguisher +GST. The $125+GST minimum covers up to 16 fire safety items.

Emergency Exit Light Testing Perth

Emergency and exit lights guide people out of a building when the power fails. Our Perth technicians test that they switch on and stay lit when mains power is cut, and record the results so your ongoing schedule is easy to track. See our guide to emergency light testing in Perth.

What it costs: from $7 to $15 per light +GST.

Fire Blanket Testing Perth

Fire blankets in kitchens, cafes and hospitality venues need to stay accessible, undamaged and ready to use. Our Perth technicians inspect them during your scheduled visit and record their condition in your report. More on fire blanket testing in WA.

Microwave Leakage Testing Perth

Microwaves can develop faults around the door and seals over time. Microwave leakage testing measures whether energy is escaping beyond acceptable levels while the appliance runs, and we can add it to your regular test and tag visit. Learn more about microwave leakage testing in Perth.

Smoke Alarm Testing Perth

Smoke alarms are your first warning of a fire, so they need to work every time. Our Perth team tests each alarm, checks it's clean and clear, and records the result in your report. It suits property managers, accommodation providers and residential style premises. See our smoke alarm testing guide for Perth property managers.

Bundle your services into one visit. Get a free quote or call 13 11 05.

Test and tag requirements in Perth change with the risk level of the workplace. A mine site may need testing every 3 months, while an office usually needs it every 12. Here's how it works by industry.

Mining and FIFO Operations

Typically every 3 months. Mine sites and FIFO camps expose equipment to dust, vibration, moisture and mechanical damage, so quarterly testing with the red, green, blue and yellow colour tags is common. The Local Guys services remote mine sites across WA with technicians familiar with site induction and access requirements.

Construction and Demolition

Typically every 3 months, under AS/NZS 3012. Construction sites have specific rules for portable electrical equipment and portable RCDs. We work around your site schedule so testing doesn't hold up trades or slow down the job.

Warehouses and Industrial

Typically every 6 months. Heavy use, vibration and dust wear equipment faster, so warehouses and factories in areas like Kewdale and Welshpool usually test twice a year.

Retail and Hospitality

Typically every 12 months, depending on how hard the equipment works. We offer after hours bookings so testing doesn't interrupt trading or service.

Corporate Offices

Typically every 12 months. Office equipment sees less wear than industrial gear, so most Perth CBD and Osborne Park offices test annually. We keep a full asset register showing what was tested and when it's next due.

Schools and Childcare

Typically every 12 months, set by the equipment and how it's used. Every Local Guys technician holds a Working With Children Check and a current Police Clearance, so testing can go ahead during school hours without extra vetting.

Choosing a Test and Tag Provider in Perth

When comparing test and tag providers in Perth, look beyond the per item price. Check that the provider uses trained, competent technicians, gives you clear test records and an asset register, carries proper insurance, has worked in your type of workplace and can explain how your testing schedule was set.

The Local Guys gives you a clear, upfront quote that explains what's included before any work is booked. Get your free quote or call 13 11 05.

A Local Guys test and tag visit follows seven steps, from your first quote to your digital compliance report. Testing, tagging, RCD checks and paperwork are all done in one visit.

1. Quote: tell us roughly how many items you have and a local Perth technician calls back within 2 business hours with a confirmed price.
2. Site assessment: your technician reviews your site, takes stock of the type and volume of equipment, and confirms the right testing approach and schedule for your workplace under AS/NZS 3760:2022.
3. Visual inspection: before any electrical test, every item, including cords, is checked by hand for frayed or damaged leads, cracked casings, damaged plugs and burn or scorch marks. Anything that fails is removed from service straight away.
4. Portable appliance testing (PAT): items that pass the visual check are tested with calibrated equipment for insulation resistance, earth continuity and polarity, confirming they're safe to keep using.
5. RCD testing: safety switches are tested to confirm they trip within the required time.
6. Tagging: items that pass get a dated tag showing the retest date, plus the quarterly colour where it applies. Anything that fails is tagged Out of Service and removed from use until it's repaired or replaced.
7. Documentation: you receive your digital compliance report, asset register and Certificate of Compliance after the service.

Start with a free quote or call 13 11 05.

Every Local Guys test and tag service in Perth comes with a full digital compliance report, ready for WorkSafe WA inspections, insurance claims and audits. It includes:

• Certificate of Compliance: confirms your equipment was tested to AS/NZS 3760:2022.
• Full asset register: every item with its description, location and result.
• Pass and fail results: individual test readings for each item.
• Out of Service log: failed items with recommended next steps.
• Next test due dates: listed for each item, so you always know when you're due.
• PDF delivery: digital reports that are easy to store, share or hand to an auditor.

When WorkSafe WA or your insurer asks for your records, you'll have them ready. Get a free quote.

Test and tag in Perth costs $2.20 to $3.90 per item (+GST) with The Local Guys, plus a $125 (+GST) minimum that covers your first 32 items, labels, your digital report and a Certificate of Compliance. Smaller workplaces often fit within the minimum, and larger sites get an upfront quote based on the number and type of items.

No hidden fees. Get your exact price back within 2 business hours, or see our full Perth test and tag price list for a detailed breakdown.

The Local Guys has mobile test and tag technicians across the Perth metro area and regional WA, including:

• Central Perth: Perth CBD, Leederville, North Perth, Subiaco, South Perth, Victoria Park and Rivervale
• Western suburbs and coast: Claremont, Cottesloe, Scarborough, Trigg, North Beach and Watermans Bay
• Northern suburbs: Joondalup, Wanneroo, Neerabup, Hillarys, Clarkson, Kingsley, Edgewater, Hocking, Pearsall, Tapping, Carine, Karrinyup, Gwelup, Innaloo, Doubleview, Churchlands, Wembley Downs, Woodlands, Osborne Park, Balcatta and Stirling
• Eastern suburbs: Bayswater, Bassendean, Morley, Midland, Ellenbrook, Belmont, Redcliffe and Kewdale
• Southern suburbs: Cannington, Canning Vale, Gosnells, Armadale, Melville, Murdoch, Cockburn, Fremantle, Rockingham and Mandurah
• Regional WA: Bunbury, Busselton and Albany

Not sure if we cover your area? Check availability for your suburb or call 13 11 05. You can also view all Western Australia locations.

Reviewed by Jarrad Goulding, Founder, The Local Guys. Last reviewed: 14/10/2026