Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need my appliances tested and tagged?
OH&S legislation imposes a duty of care to provide a safe workplace so that you and your employees can enjoy working in a safe environment. Australian Standard 3760:2022 covers the testing of appliances used in workplaces, to ensure they are safe to use.
Do I have to turn my equipment off?
Yes, your equipment will need to be shut down for a few minutes while the tests are conducted. We always aim to minimise downtime where we can.
How often will I need the item to be tested?
Depending on the equipment, the location and type of industry. This ranges from 3 months to 5 years. Contact OSS for your specific site requirements.
Do I need to keep a record of the tests?
Yes, part of the legislation is being able to show records of the testing carried out. Your insurance company will also require some confirmation of the work carried out. OSS provide detailed test reports of all work completed for this purpose.
Is the individual item marked to show its been tested?
Yes – each item will have a tag indicating the date, and next test date due, also a unique barcode assigned to that piece of equipment. This can be used as an Asset Management tool, and when OSS returns to retest the items in future, it will reduce test times as we can quickly identify the item based on the barcode.
Do you test 3 phase items – e.g fork lift battery chargers?
Yes, OSS can test single phase and three (3) phase items.
Why do I need to use a specialised testing company?
Your business may have the resources to carry out the testing but it might still be better value to use OSS and let your staff focus on their other tasks. Using OSS for your safety service testing needs offers the following benefits:
- We use an advanced database and reporting software package that makes traceability easy
- We use the best, Australian made appliance testing equipment
- We have detailed knowledge of the AS/NZS 3760:2022 standard
- We use high quality, long lasting tags with unique barcodes
- We provide a professional service with experience and expertise
What is the benefit of thermography?
Thermography is a tool which enables you to be proactive in maintenance costs, rather than pay additional for emergency out of hours costs. Thermographic analysis can identify small issues before they become big issues, which saves you money in the long run.
Will having a thermography Report benefit my business?
Thermography can reduce the risk of productivity downtime, as it ensures that any risks are identified and reported early - keeping both your staff and your equipment safe.