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A safety switch is a device that quickly switches off the electricity supply if an electrical fault is detected, to minimize the risk of electricity-related fires, electric shock, injury and death. These should be push tested every 6 months and tested by an electrician every 2 years minimum as per the legislation.
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Why are safety switches important?​
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Saves lives by switching off the power immediately in fault conditions.
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Compliance met for insurance reasons.
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What is included in our service?​
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Test & Report completed every 2 years with logged time to trip. This will be saved on file and a copy to the landlord.
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Push button test
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Replacement of faulty safety switches​
TABLE 3 - Maximum tripping times
TABLE 4 - Indicative testing and inspection intervals for electrical equipment
(CAUTION: This page must be read in conjunction with AS/NZS 3760 as a whole, and particularly 2.1)