At Jim’s Fire Safety, we offer RCD testing to businesses across Australia. A Residual Current Device (RCD) is the industry term for a safety switch. The primary purpose of an RCD is to prevent electrical shock. A Safety Switch can detect changes in electrical currents and halt the flow of electricity in the socket. The switch works to prevent dangerous electrical environments and potential electrical shock. Your switch may be located on a switchboard, power point, or it may be a portable unit.

Every building should have an RCD installed. Your home or workplace should enlist regular testing services from Jim’s Fire Safety to ensure your device is in working order. Through diligent safety preparation, your business will be protected. Ask one of our RCD tester experts to inspect your device today.

Why do I need a Safety Switch?

Without installation and regular testing of your switch, you are putting your loved ones or employees at risk. Portable RCDs are essential for staff working with portable tools and appliances. All buildings should be equipped with an RCD to protect occupants in the case of an electrical fault. Protecting your staff from preventable harm is vital in any business – with a Safety Switch installed and maintained, you are eliminating a potential hazard in the workplace.

How often do I need RCD Testing?

Maintaining your RCD Safety Switch is easy with Jim’s Fire Safety. The frequency of your testing obligations will depend on the nature of your business and the type of switch you have installed. The following business environments dictate the frequency of your safety switch testing requirements:

Factories/workshops/places of manufacture/
assembly/maintenance or fabrication:                                                                                 Every 12 months

Environment where equipment or supply flexible cord is subject
to flexing in normal use or is in a hostile environment:                                                    Every 12 months

Environment where equipment or supply flexible cord is not subject
to flexing in normal use and is not in a hostile environment:                                          Every 2 years

Residential areas/houses/hotels etc.:                                                                                   Every 2 years

Portable equipment used for cleaning:                                                                                Every 12 months

Hire equipment that has been in use for 3 months or more (fixed):                              Every 12 months

Hire equipment that has been in use for 3 months or more (portable):                        Every 3 months

Repaired/serviced/second-hand equipment: After repair or before reintroduction to service

A push button test is required at 3-6 monthly intervals, depending on the nature of your environment and equipment. For more comprehensive information about RCD testing, contact us. We can go through your testing options and obligations in detail.

Reliable RCD Safety Switch Testing

Jim’s Fire Safety technicians are efficient and knowledgeable. Our staff are experienced in electrical testing & tagging and work regularly to prevent harm in the workplace. You can be sure that with Jim’s Fire Safety, the testing process will be completed thoroughly. We offer notification of scheduled maintenance so that you can be alerted every time you are required to re-test your RCD.

Our technicians use the latest RCD tester devices to verify the working status of your switch. We ensure our equipment is accurate and tested frequently for your benefit. The Jim’s Fire Safety Team are fully compliant with all work safe standards.

Compliance with the Australian standard for electrical testing & tagging means that our technicians are up-to-date with the latest testing procedures, and can work to ensure your business remains safe. Your workplace safety obligations can be met with the help of our experienced team.

Compliance with the Australian standard for electrical testing & tagging means that our technicians are up-to-date with the latest testing procedures, and can work to ensure your business remains safe. Your workplace safety obligations can be met with the help of our experienced team.