Which RCD's Must be Tested
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We interpret the act as follows:
All RCD's within the work place environment must be tested. Records are to be kept accordingly. |
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Testing of residual current devices (62C)
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(2) (3) (4) |
An employer must ensure that residual current devices used at the employer’s place of work are tested regularly by a competent person to ensure that the devices are operating effectively.
An employer must as soon as practicable replace a residual current device that is not operating effectively. An employer must keep a record of each testing of a residual current device until the next testing is carried out. This clause does not affect any requirement under Division 8 of this Part. Maximum penalty: Level 4. |
Refer to the following extract from the Occupational Health and Safety Amendment (Residual Current Devices) Regulation 2011 under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 20002011 No 73