Are electric tools and flexible leads in a safe condition?
Ensure that electric power leads and tools brought onsite are suitable and in good condition: • use only heavy duty type extension leads and Australian approved power tools • have leads and tools inspected, tested and tagged by a suitable qualified person at intervals of three months, keep a register of inspections • always visually inspect leads and tools for signs of damage before use • make sure unserviceable tools or leads are immediately withdrawn from service 8. Have Certificates of Electrical Safety been issued? Ensure the electrical contractor provides you with Certificates of Electrical Safety for all construction wiring including switchboards, each certificate should detail what work the certificate covers. 9. Has the electrical installation been tested? The electrical installation including all construction wiring and switchboards need to be inspected and tested by a licensed electrician or electrical inspector before use and re-rested every 6 months for the duration of the
