Test and Tag Perth: Electrical Safety and Compliance Services

Yes, in certain workplace conditions. 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 socket-supplied equipment exposed to moisture, heat, vibration, dust, chemicals or mechanical damage
• Having that equipment inspected and tested by a competent person
• Keeping records of inspections, testing and tagging
• Applying the relevant standard for higher-risk sites (construction, demolition, mining)

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.

Quarterly colour coding is used where three-monthly testing intervals apply. In workplaces with longer testing intervals, tags generally identify the test date and scheduled retest date rather than relying only on quarterly colour coding.

Local Test and Tag Experience in Perth

Our team has worked across Perth and Western Australia for more than eight years, supporting businesses with scheduled electrical testing, compliance reporting and ongoing retesting.

Our technicians follow consistent testing and reporting procedures across every site, helping Perth businesses keep their electrical safety obligations organised and easier to manage.

Good communication matters too. We keep businesses informed about upcoming retest dates and make it easy to reschedule appointments or add new sites as their requirements change.

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, and has recommended The Local Guys to other local wineries and his daughter's sports club.

These are typical testing intervals for common workplace environments and should not be treated as a universal schedule for every business. The appropriate testing frequency depends on the equipment, how it is used, the conditions it is exposed to and the requirements that apply to the workplace. During your first visit, our technicians assess the actual site conditions and recommend an appropriate testing schedule.

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

Test and Tag Perth: Advice From Our Local Technician

"Most of the faults I find on a Perth job are things a business would never spot themselves, a frayed cord, a cracked plug, a power board buried under a desk. That's the whole point of regular testing, catching it before it becomes a hazard."

Sophie Hay, licence TTT50080, The Local Guys Perth test and tag technician

Other Electrical Safety Services in Perth

Test and tag is only one part of workplace electrical safety. We also provide a range of related testing services for Perth workplaces, which can be combined into the same scheduled visit where suitable.

Portable Appliance Testing Perth

Portable Appliance Testing, commonly known as PAT testing, checks plug in electrical equipment to make sure it is safe to continue using. Our Perth technicians begin with a visual inspection before carrying out the appropriate electrical tests using calibrated testing equipment.

Items such as computers, power boards, extension leads, kitchen appliances and power tools can all form part of the service. Each tested item is recorded, tagged where required and included in your digital compliance report.

RCD Testing Perth

RCDs, or safety switches, are designed to disconnect the power quickly when an electrical fault is detected. Testing confirms that they operate correctly and within the required time.

Our Perth technicians can include RCD testing during your scheduled workplace visit, with the results recorded alongside your other electrical safety testing. This is particularly useful for businesses that want to manage appliance testing and safety switch testing together.

Fire Extinguisher Testing Perth

Having a fire extinguisher on site is only useful if it is ready to work when needed. Regular inspections help identify issues such as damage, missing components or equipment that may need servicing or replacement.

Our Perth team can inspect fire extinguishers as part of a broader workplace safety visit, helping businesses keep clear records of the equipment checked and when the next inspection is due.

Emergency Exit Light Testing Perth

Emergency exit lights help people find a safe way out of a building during a power failure or emergency. Testing helps confirm that the lights operate correctly when normal power is interrupted.

Our Perth technicians can check emergency and exit lighting and document the results, making it easier for businesses to keep track of their ongoing testing schedule.

Fire Blanket Testing Perth

Fire blankets are commonly found in kitchens, hospitality venues and other workplaces where there is a risk of a small fire. They need to remain accessible, undamaged and ready for use.

Our Perth technicians can inspect fire blankets during a scheduled safety visit and record their condition as part of your workplace documentation.

Microwave Leakage Testing Perth

Microwaves can develop faults over time, particularly around the door, seals and other components. Microwave leakage testing measures whether microwave energy is escaping beyond acceptable levels while the appliance is operating.

Our Perth technicians use specialised equipment to carry out the test, making it easy to include microwave checks alongside your regular workplace electrical testing.

Residential Smoke Detector Testing Perth

Smoke detectors provide early warning when smoke or fire is detected, so it is important that they remain operational.

Where suitable for the property or workplace, our Perth team can inspect and test residential smoke detectors as part of a scheduled visit. This can be useful for property managers, accommodation providers and businesses responsible for residential style premises.

Safety compliance services aren't one size fits all, what's required for a mine site is very different to what's required for a childcare centre. Here's how testing frequency and requirements change by industry.

Mining & FIFO Operations

Mining and FIFO sites can expose electrical equipment to demanding conditions including dust, vibration, moisture and mechanical damage. Where three-monthly testing requirements apply, the RGBY quarterly colour system provides a clear visual indication of the relevant testing period. We service FIFO operations and remote mine sites across WA, with technicians familiar with site induction and access requirements.

Construction & Demolition

Construction and demolition sites are subject to specific electrical safety requirements, including requirements applying under AS/NZS 3012. Testing schedules for electrical equipment and portable RCDs should be set according to the requirements that apply to the site. We work around your site schedule so testing doesn't hold up trades or slow down the job.

Corporate Offices

Office environments generally expose electrical equipment to less wear and damage than construction or industrial workplaces. Where a 12-month testing interval is appropriate for the equipment and conditions, we can schedule annual testing and maintain a full asset register showing what was tested and when it is next due.

Retail & Hospitality

Retail and hospitality workplaces often use a 12-month testing interval for relevant electrical equipment, although the appropriate frequency depends on how the equipment is used and the conditions it is exposed to. We offer after-hours bookings so testing doesn't interrupt trading hours or service.

Schools & Childcare

Schools and childcare centres commonly use scheduled testing programs for portable electrical equipment, with the appropriate interval depending on the equipment, its use and the environment.

All our technicians hold a Working With Children Check and a current Police Clearance, so testing can go ahead during school hours without extra vetting.

Warehouses & Industrial

Warehouses and industrial workplaces often require more frequent testing because equipment can be exposed to heavier use, vibration, dust and mechanical damage. A six-month testing interval may be appropriate in these environments depending on the equipment and operating conditions.

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 appropriately trained and competent technicians, provides clear test records and asset reporting, carries suitable insurance, can service your type of workplace and explains how your testing schedule has been determined.

The Local Guys provides on-site testing across Perth, with clear quotes that explain what is included before work is booked.

What is the process when our technician arrives?

1. Site Assessment: our technician reviews your site, takes stock of the type and volume of equipment, and confirms the testing approach and schedule appropriate for your workplace under AS/NZS 3760:2022.
2. Visual Inspection: before any electrical test, each item, including cord assemblies, is checked by hand for frayed or damaged cords, cracked casings, damaged plugs, and burn or scorch marks. Anything that fails this stage is removed from service immediately.
3. Portable Appliance Testing (PAT): items that pass visual inspection are electrically tested with calibrated test equipment, checking insulation resistance, earth continuity, and polarity to confirm the item is genuinely safe to keep using.
4. RCD Testing: safety switches are tested to confirm they trip within the required time limits.
5. Tagging: items that pass are fitted with a dated tag showing the required information, including the retest date and quarterly colour where applicable. Anything that fails is tagged Out of Service and removed from use until it is repaired or replaced.
6. Documentation: you receive your digital compliance report and testing records after the service.

Every test and tag service includes detailed reporting for WorkSafe WA inspections, insurance claims, and audits.

• Certificate of Compliance: confirms all equipment meets AS/NZS 3760:2022.
• Full Asset Register: every item with description, location, and result.
• Pass/Fail Results: individual test readings for each item.
• Out of Service Log: failed items with recommended actions.
• Next Test Due Dates: listed for each item so you always know your retest date.
• PDF Delivery: digital reports for easy storage and sharing.

Our minimum service charge starts at $125 + GST and includes testing for up to 32 eligible items, labels, reporting and a Certificate of Compliance.

This can suit smaller Perth workplaces and offices that only have a limited number of appliances to test, while larger sites are quoted according to the number and type of items requiring inspection.

Quotes are provided upfront based on the number and type of items being tested.

Our mobile technicians provide on-site test and tag services across Perth and surrounding metropolitan areas, including:

Perth CBD, Armadale, Balcatta, Bassendean, Bayswater, Belmont, Canning Vale, Cannington, Carine, Churchlands, Claremont, Clarkson, Cockburn, Cottesloe, Doubleview, Edgewater, Ellenbrook, Fremantle, Gosnells, Gwelup, Hillarys, Hocking, Innaloo, Joondalup, Karrinyup, Kewdale, Kingsley, Leederville, Mandurah, Melville, Midland, Morley, Murdoch, North Beach, North Perth, Osborne Park, Pearsall, Redcliffe, Rivervale, Rockingham, Scarborough, South Perth, Stirling, Subiaco, Tapping, Trigg, Victoria Park, Wanneroo, Watermans Bay, Wembley Downs, Woodlands, and surrounding areas.

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Reviewed by Jarrad Goulding, Founder, The Local Guys. Last reviewed: 28/07/2026