No matter what type of tradesman you are, power tools are an essential part of the job. But when it comes to using power tools, safety should always be your top priority. That’s why it’s important to make sure your power tools are regularly tested and tagged to ensure they are safe to use. In […]
Are you looking for an effective way to test and tag your commercial workspace? Test and tag are critical aspects of workplace safety. It is essential to ensure that all electrical equipment is regularly tested and tagged to comply with safety regulations. In this blog article, we will discuss the essential requirements for commercial workspace […]
Has your electrical equipment been tested and tagged? The risk of not testing and tagging your equipment could be fatal. Metrotest caters to all test and tag services for your appliances, tools, and machinery to ensure that all electrical items are safe for use. Schools When was the last time your school had […]
Every time you get an appliance tested, It needs to be marked with one of the appropriate test and tag colours. Primarily there are just four colours used when testing and tagging in New Zealand. Red, green, blue, yellow are the main test and tag colours, however orange, white, black, burgundy and grey can also […]
A portable RCD is an essential part of any testers kit for any test & tag job. But what are they and why are they so vital for testing and tagging electrical devices. More importantly, how do portable RCD differ from a regular RCD? What is a RCD? A Residual Current Device is used to […]
Metrotest are pleased to announce the availability of a facial recognition scanner, complete with a covid temperature scanner. The MET20 Facial scanner is an all-in-one Facial recognition and Temperature scanner with the ability to provide access control and staff attendance details. In the case of the workplace, the MET20 can allow access to authorised individuals […]
Not everyone sees the importance to test and tag their appliances or other electric-powered equipment. This is most especially true when a piece of electrical equipment is relatively new. Unfortunately, this poses risks to everyone who gets access to an electric-powered tool or appliance. However, we believe that it’s crucial to perform regular appliance testing […]
Do not miss the Metrotest fieldays special. Pick up a Sonel Metro EasiPAT 10 + bonus online AS/NZS 3760 competency training for $1490 + GST. This amazing fully functioned portable appliance tester is the next step in doing it yourself. The Sonel Metro EasiPAT 10’s features include PRCD testing, battery & mains operated, polarity testing […]
Different Types of Test and Tag Labels in NZ Test and tag are critical in ensuring safety at workplaces and venues. Regular PAT testing also helps identify potential problems in a piece of electrical equipment which in return helps save money on repair or replacement with early diagnosis of faults. Make sure you have completed […]
As we welcome another year, many businesses and organizations are now preparing to have their appliances tested for electrical safety. As required by the law, business owners need to check the condition of their electrical equipment to prevent accidents and other untoward incidents in the workplace. The best way one can do this is by […]