Guaranteed Compliance & Zero Business Disruption:
Single Source for Test & Tag, RCD, and Fire Safety Compliance
Why Choose Muirgen?
We Deliver Full-Spectrum Compliance Solutions
- Complete Commercial Test & Tag: Mandatory safety inspections for all portable appliances, computers, and extension leads.
- Specialised High-Risk Testing: Expert service for Three-Phase equipment and industrial Power Tools.
- Device Audits: Comprehensive RCD (Safety Switch) Testing and detailed reporting.
- Fire Safety & Emergency Systems: Integrated testing for Fire Extinguishers and Exit & Emergency Lighting.
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Electrical Test and Tag Certification
Ensuring Electrical Safety and Compliance
Professional Test and Tag Services
We provide reliable and affordable test and tagging services to help keep your workplace safe and compliant with Australian Standards. We understand that maintaining electrical safety can be challenging and time-consuming, so we make it simple, efficient, and fully compliant. We take pride in helping businesses meet safety obligations and protect their employees, clients, and property.
All services are carried out in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022, ensuring every appliance is tested, tagged, and recorded accurately.
Our Testing & Tagging Process
1. Visual Inspection
This is the most important step, as 90% of faults are found through visual checks. We carefully inspect every appliance for signs of damage such as frayed cords, cracked plugs, burn marks, or exposed wiring.
2. Electrical Testing
Each appliance is tested using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT) in line with Australian Safety Standards. Tests may include earth continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, and leakage current.
3. Tagging
After testing, a tag is attached to indicate whether the appliance has passed or failed. Tags display the test date, technician’s name, and the next test due date. Any failed items are clearly identified, removed from service, and recorded in your report.
Detailed Reporting and Ongoing Support
Once testing is complete, you’ll receive a comprehensive asset register and a pass/fail report. We also keep your testing information securely stored in our database, so we can send reminders before your next test is due.
Types of Equipment We Test
We can test and tag all portable electrical equipment and leads, including power tools, lighting, heating equipment, office devices, kitchen appliances, RCDs, power boards, surge protectors, extension leads, and 3-phase equipment. We also replace faulty or damaged plugs and sockets as part of our minor repair service.
RCD / Safety Switch Testing
RCD Testing for Compliance
Residual Current Devices (RCDs), commonly known as Safety Switches, are the single most important safety component in any commercial or workplace electrical system. Located in your main switchboard or as portable units on high-risk sites, the RCD’s primary function is to immediately cut power when a dangerous electrical leak is detected, preventing electrocution and electrical fires.
All RCD and Safety Switch Testing is carried out in strict accordance with AS/NZS 3760 standards, ensuring every life-saving device functions correctly and is accurately recorded for your electrical compliance documentation.
Our Safety Switch Testing Process
1. Preparation
Before commencing the RCD testing, we safely power down all electrical equipment connected to the circuit. This step is critical to ensure accurate trip time testing and protect sensitive IT equipment.
2. Visual Inspection
We conduct a thorough visual inspection of the Safety Switch unit and its surroundings. We check for any physical damage, wear, or signs of tampering, verifying the proper installation of the device.
3. Manual Push Button Test
A manual push-button test is performed by activating the Test switch on the RCD. This simulates a fault condition and confirms that the RCD mechanism engages and disconnects power as designed.
4. RCD Timing Test
Using specialised, calibrated equipment, we measure the precise response time of the RCD during the test. The device must trip within the required time limit — typically 300 milliseconds for standard RCDs—to confirm its life-saving functionality.
Our Comprehensive RCD Testing Service
We provide reliable, professional Safety Switch testing to guarantee the device will perform correctly when needed. By adhering to the mandatory schedule of 6-monthly and 12-monthly testing (depending on your risk environment), you ensure Guaranteed Compliance with AS/NZS 3760 and significantly reduce the risk of electrocution and electrical damage in your workplace.
Importance of RCD Testing
Regular and rigorous RCD Testing is a critical component of an employer’s duty of care under Victorian WHS laws, ensuring your business actively manages the highest electrical risks in the workplace.The proper functioning of these Safety Switches is paramount to minimising your business’s risk and liability. By prioritising RCD testing, you proactively prevent accidents, maintain workplace safety standards, and accurately assess and manage electrical risk across your commercial premises.
Fire Safety and Exit & Emergency Light Testing
Fire Safety Equipment & Emergency Lighting Inspection
Fire Extinguishers are your first and fastest line of defense, while functioning Exit & Emergency Lighting ensures safe evacuation during a power failure. Muirgen Safety Solutions provides integrated Fire Safety Testing and Emergency Light Testing for commercial properties to guarantee compliance with Australian Standards (AS2293.2 and AS1851). Our certified service ensures your equipment is fully functional, accessible, and compliant, offering your business Guaranteed Compliance and Zero Disruption by bundling essential electrical and fire safety audits into one efficient service. Testing is completed on a 6-monthly cycle with all results recorded in compliance documentation for your records.
All Fire Extinguisher and Emergency Light Testing is conducted according to Australian Standards AS1851 and AS2293.2, guaranteeing your essential fire and evacuation systems are functional, certified, and fully documented.
Fire Extinguisher Testing Process
1. Mandatory Inspection:
Conduct a thorough visual inspection of the Fire Extinguisher and its surroundings (signage, accessibility, mountings, seals, and pressure gauge).
2. Integrity and Service Test:
Perform an integrity test (including weight, pressure, and tag checks) to ensure the unit is functional and correctly charged.
3. Comprehensive Compliance Report:
Issue a detailed comprehensive report outlining the service completed, date of the test, test results, and any necessary suggestions or recommendations.
Emergency Lighting Testing Process
1. Pre-Test Inspection:
Inspect all exit signs, light fittings, and diffusers to ensure correct operation before testing begins.
2. Battery Operation Test:
Isolate the Emergency Lighting from the main power supply to test the battery-backed operation for the mandatory 90-minute cycle.
3. Compliance Reporting:
Ensure all lights meet the AS2293.2 criteria and provide a detailed report on any faulty items.
Our Fire Safety & Emergency Testing Service
Our Fire Safety & Emergency Testing service ensures your business meets all legislative requirements with minimum fuss. We provide integrated testing for both Fire Extinguishers (to AS1851 standards) and Exit & Emergency Lighting (to AS2293.2). Our service is delivered on a convenient 6-monthly cycle, and we provide the full compliance documentation and automated reminders you need, positioning us as your single source for essential electrical and fire safety audits.
Importance of Fire Safety and Emergency Light Testing
Regular Fire Safety testing is critical for protecting your staff, visitors, and commercial assets. Functional Fire Extinguishers and certified Emergency Lights are your life-saving systems during a power failure or fire emergency. By guaranteeing the reliable performance of these systems, you not only protect lives but also eliminate the significant legal and insurance liability associated with non-compliance, ensuring your business is safe and fully auditable.
Visual Inspection and Defect Reporting
The Importance of Detailed Reporting
Our Test & Tag services offer a rigorous visual assessment and concludes with meticulous compliance documentation. The visual inspection is the critical first step, where our technicians check the entire unit—from plug tops and cords to the appliance casing — for damage, heating, or non-conforming changes. Recording these results is just as vital as the testing itself. We provide a comprehensive, digital Defect Report for every job, which is your evidence of adherence to Australian Standard AS/NZS 3760. This process is key to minimising your liability and ensuring you maintain a safe and compliant workplace.
Visual Inspection Process
1. Full Cord and Plug Assessment:
Inspect the entire length of the flexible supply cord, checking for cuts, fraying, exposed wiring, and signs of heating or melting at the plug top. We also examine the plug pins for pitting or corrosion.
2. Appliance Integrity Check:
Visually inspect the appliance casing, controls, and sockets for damage, unauthorised modifications, or wear that could compromise electrical safety.
3. Corrective Action & Labeling:
Immediately address any defects found. If a minor repair like a plug top replacement can safely restore compliance, it is completed. Otherwise, the item is tagged as failed and promptly withdrawn from service.
Essential Compliance Documentation
Adhering strictly to AS/NZS 3760 requirements, our service includes comprehensive compliance documentation which is issued for every job. This is a crucial, auditable record that goes beyond a simple tag. Your report package provides a complete Equipment Register of all assets, detailed records of every Inspection and Test conducted (including RCD results), and a transparent Faulty Equipment Register for items withdrawn from service. We also maintain a Repair Register documenting all minor fixes, such as plug top replacements, ensuring your business has a full, auditable history of its electrical safety status to minimize liability.
Achieve Full Safety Compliance for Your Workplace
Everyone deserves a safe place to work, regardless of your organisation’s nature—from aged care facilities to manufacturing plants. Secure your workplace safety today: Our full suite of services, including Test & Tag, RCD testing, and Fire Safety checks, ensures your Melbourne business meets its safety obligations