Test & Tag Common Questions

Can You Test & Tag Your Own Equipment?

According to New Zealand Standards AS/NZS 3760, you can test and tag your own equipment only if you have been deemed a ‘Competent Person’.

Can You Test & Tag Your Own Equipment?

According to New Zealand Standards AS/NZS 3760, you can test and tag your own equipment only if you have been deemed a ‘Competent Person’.

The Test & Tag Industry in 10 Years

We’ve put together all our expertise to predict future trends, as well as how we see the testing & tagging industry evolving in the years to come.

The Test & Tag Industry in 10 Years

We’ve put together all our expertise to predict future trends, as well as how we see the testing & tagging industry evolving in the years to come.

8 Common Test & Tag Mistakes to Avoid

Even though testing and tagging is a straightforward process, there are still many misconceptions about it and why it’s done in the first place.

8 Common Test & Tag Mistakes to Avoid

Even though testing and tagging is a straightforward process, there are still many misconceptions about it and why it’s done in the first place.

Is Testing & Tagging a Legal Requirement?

In several industries, testing and tagging is mandatory in New Zealand under certain circumstances.

Is Testing & Tagging a Legal Requirement?

In several industries, testing and tagging is mandatory in New Zealand under certain circumstances.

Do I need to be an Electrician to Test & Tag?

"Do I need to be an electrician to test and tag or have an electrical background? - is one of the most common questions we hear.

Do I need to be an Electrician to Test & Tag?

"Do I need to be an electrician to test and tag or have an electrical background? - is one of the most common questions we hear.

Which Test Tag Should I Use?

With three main test tags to choose from, it's important to pick the correct one that suits the type of environment you're working in.

Which Test Tag Should I Use?

With three main test tags to choose from, it's important to pick the correct one that suits the type of environment you're working in.

Test Tags: What information is required?

Find out what information must be published on the tag as a minimum and what each box actually means.

Test Tags: What information is required?

Find out what information must be published on the tag as a minimum and what each box actually means.

Test & Tag Visual Inspection Checklist

Find out what you should pay attention to when conducting a visual examination during testing and tagging.

Test & Tag Visual Inspection Checklist

Find out what you should pay attention to when conducting a visual examination during testing and tagging.

Product Recalls: Staying Up-To-Date

By knowing which appliances have been officially recalled, you can avoid the possibility of passing a faulty product.

Product Recalls: Staying Up-To-Date

By knowing which appliances have been officially recalled, you can avoid the possibility of passing a faulty product.

Testing Second-Hand Equipment for Resale

According to New Zealand law, testing second-hand equipment before reselling is as important as testing any other electrical appliance.

Testing Second-Hand Equipment for Resale

According to New Zealand law, testing second-hand equipment before reselling is as important as testing any other electrical appliance.

5 Tips for Starting a Test and Tag Business

Find out what are the most important factors you should consider before starting a test and tag business.

5 Tips for Starting a Test and Tag Business

Find out what are the most important factors you should consider before starting a test and tag business.

3 Reasons To Use Custom Test Tags

Whether you're running a test and tag business or have been given the task of testing items - custom test tags will help make your job easier.

3 Reasons To Use Custom Test Tags

Whether you're running a test and tag business or have been given the task of testing items - custom test tags will help make your job easier.

What is Test and Tag? A Complete 101 Guide

Test and Tag is the process of checking the safety of portable electrical appliances. It involves two parts: visual inspection and testing it with a PAT.

What is Test and Tag? A Complete 101 Guide

Test and Tag is the process of checking the safety of portable electrical appliances. It involves two parts: visual inspection and testing it with a PAT.

What Is AS/NZS 3760?

The AS/NZS 3760 is a New Zealand Standard that oversees the Test and Tag industry in regards to electrical safety of portable appliances.

What Is AS/NZS 3760?

The AS/NZS 3760 is a New Zealand Standard that oversees the Test and Tag industry in regards to electrical safety of portable appliances.

Test & Tag Colours

Which test and tag colour you should be using? Find out what is and what isn't required by New Zealand standards.

Test & Tag Colours

Which test and tag colour you should be using? Find out what is and what isn't required by New Zealand standards.

Test & Tag Intervals: How often to test & tag?

When understanding how often an electrical appliance should be tested, the main factor is the type of environment that appliance is located in.

Test & Tag Intervals: How often to test & tag?

When understanding how often an electrical appliance should be tested, the main factor is the type of environment that appliance is located in.

Changes to Test & Tag Standard in 2022

We’ve done the hard work and summarised everything you need to know about 2022 changes to the New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 3760.

Changes to Test & Tag Standard in 2022

We’ve done the hard work and summarised everything you need to know about 2022 changes to the New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 3760.