Domestic Test and Tag Services Canberra
If you own a rental property, operate a home business, manage short stay accommodation or run a small workshop in Canberra, electrical safety is not something you can leave to chance. Our Domestic Test and Tag service ensures your appliances are safe, compliant and properly documented in line with current legislation and Australian Standards.
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Why Domestic Test and Tag is Essential for Your Business
We help homeowners, landlords and small business operators across the ACT stay compliant with AS/NZS 3760:2022 and relevant Work Health and Safety legislation
What is Domestic Test and Tag?
Test and tag is the process of inspecting, electrically testing and labelling appliances to confirm they are safe for continued use. Our fully licensed and insured technician performs a visual inspection and electrical testing using specialised equipment. Once an item passes, it is tagged with the test date and the next due date.
Domestic environments that may require testing include:
Rental properties
Landlords have a duty of care to provide a safe living environment for tenants. Electrical appliances supplied with the property, such as heaters, whitegoods or extension leads, should be regularly inspected and tested to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. Proper test and tag records also demonstrate compliance if an incident or insurance claim arises.
Airbnb and short term accommodation
Short-stay properties experience high turnover, meaning appliances are used by different guests each week. Items such as kettles, toasters, hairdryers and portable heaters can suffer unnoticed wear and tear. Regular testing helps protect guests, supports your insurance obligations and shows you are taking reasonable steps to maintain a safe property.
Home offices and home based businesses
If you run a business from home, you may fall under workplace health and safety legislation. Computers, printers, monitors and other office equipment should be inspected and tested in line with the relevant standard. This ensures the safety of employees, contractors and clients who enter your home workspace.
Garages and workshops
Power tools, battery chargers and extension leads used in garages or workshops are often exposed to dust, moisture and heavy handling. These conditions increase the risk of electrical faults. Routine testing and tagging help identify damaged leads or internal issues before they become a serious hazard.
Who Needs Domestic Test and Tag in the Canberra
While private homeowners are not typically subject to mandatory testing schedules, landlords and businesses operating from residential properties often have legal obligations under:
Work Health and Safety Act 2011
Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011
AS/NZS 3760:2022
AS/NZS 3012:2019
If your property involves tenants, employees, contractors or paying guests, you are responsible for ensuring electrical equipment is safe.
Testing Frequency in Residential Settings
Testing frequency depends on the environment.
Hostile environments, such as kitchens, bathrooms or areas where equipment is regularly moved, generally require testing at least every 12 months by a fully licensed and insured technician.
Non-hostile environments, where equipment rarely moves, may require testing every 5 years
Construction or renovation areas may require more frequent testing in accordance with AS/NZS 3012
We assess your property and advise on the correct testing interval.
Our Step by Step Test and Tag Process
Step 1 – On Site Assessment
We review your property, identify all testable appliances and determine the appropriate testing frequency based on the environment and risk level.
Step 2 – Visual Inspection
Each appliance is checked for visible damage, wear, exposed wiring, loose plugs or other safety concerns.
Step 3 – Electrical Testing
Using calibrated testing equipment, we perform insulation resistance and earth continuity testing in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022
Step 4 – Tagging and Labelling
Compliant appliances receive a durable test tag showing the test date, technician details and next due date. Failed items are clearly labelled and removed from service.
Step 5 – Digital Reporting and Compliance Records
You receive a detailed report outlining all tested items, results and retest schedules. Our reminder system ensures you are notified before your next testing cycle is due.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often does a rental property need test and tag in the Canberra?
There is no single rule for all properties.
The required frequency depends on whether the environment is considered hostile or non-hostile under AS/NZS 3760:2022
Is test and tag mandatory for private homes?
For owner occupied homes, routine test and tag is not typically mandatory.
However, if you operate a home business, rent out the property or provide short term accommodation, compliance obligations may apply.
What happens if an appliance fails testing?
If an item fails, it is clearly tagged as unsafe and removed from service. We provide documentation so you can repair or replace the appliance promptly.
Do new appliances need to be tested?
New equipment entering service should be visually inspected and tagged as New to Service with a future test date. This ensures all equipment is tracked from the beginning.
Do you provide compliance reports for insurance or audits?
Yes. We provide detailed electronic reports showing full inspection history and test results, which can be used for insurance, audits or WHS documentation.
