The WorkCover Code of Practice for Electrical Practices documents in Section 14.1
'Ensure that all flexible extension cords, portable tools and electrical plant supplied at a voltage above 32 volts (extra low voltage) are insepcted, tested and tagged by a licensed electrician at regular monthly intervals or at regular three monthly intervals for single unit dwelling house sites'
What is a Code of Practice?- Gives practical guidance on how the required standard of health and safety can be achieved.
- Should be followed, unless there is an alternative course of action, which achieves the same or better standard of health and safety in the workplace.
- Can be used to support prosecution for failing to comply with a contravening the Act or Regulations.
How HCB Electric can help!- We provide a testing and tagging service, which comes to you.
- Items can be dropped of at our workshop, ready for pickup within 1 working day.
- We implement a test log, which is maintained. HCB can also establish maintenance schedule, which frees you from the worry.
The Benefits- Piece of mind and reassurance that you are protecting yourself and others
- Can be used as support in the event of prosecution
- Tax deductible
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