Does your business require an electrical inspection?
As experts in electrical inspections in Canberra we can give you a number of reasons as to why it’s important to have professionals check your business.
Whether checking wiring, devices, switches, switchboards or testing and tagging tools or machinery, there are many reasons to check your electrical system.
Ensuring the safety of your staff and customers is the highest priority of any business so it’s always best to get a trusted company to perform your electrical inspections in Canberra.
Inspection and review
Electrical system reviews check for hazards and risk. They review earthing and lighting protection systems, test switchboards, computers, power cords, server rooms and more before providing a comprehensive report of the findings. The report will detail which areas have passed the audit, which need to be fixed and other issues where hardware, cabling or devices should be discarded. Read more about electrical hazards.
Testing and tagging
Appliance and device testing and tagging is a process of checking to make sure your electrical products are safe. After inspecting the product to check for obvious damage or loose wiring, wear and tear or structural flaws, when the product works as described and deemed safe, it is tagged to display a date of test and the due date for the next test. Testing and tagging is usually completed annually but for some industries it may be every three months. Many businesses will have appliances in a kitchen that need to be checked like fridges and kettles while other parts of the workplace will contain electrical cords and leads on computers, devices, televisions, projectors and monitors. If an item fails the testing and tagging process it should be withdrawn from use until it has been repaired, deemed safe to use or if it is beyond repair, it should be discarded properly.
Safety tips for your business
There are a number of things you can do in your business to ensure the safety of your workplace, staff and customers. Regular inspections of power cords and power boards ensure they are not being overloaded. Surge protectors can help to prevent electrical damage to your computers, monitors and appliances. Make sure all tools are grounded and never attempt to install or repair anything yourself if you are not a qualified electrician. Always seek the advice of experts because doing your own electrical work in your business can be fatal, dangerous and put your insurance coverage at risk.
Do I need a switchboard upgrade?
New appliances like fridges and air-conditioners or electrical machinery can all draw more energy from your network and depending on how it is placed to handle it you may need a switchboard upgrade. Read more here about everything you need to know about switchboard upgrades.
If you would like to organise electrical inspections in Canberra, call Network Electrical Solutions today on (02) 6260 1644 and our friendly staff will help you book an appointment.