Electrical safety check in Mandurah, WA

When the electrician inspects the system, they conduct a visual audit and run detailed checks with the power switched off. Once the tests have been completed, the system is then restored to its original state. After the assessment has been completed, you will be informed of the results and any implications, and the report will be given.

In PEC electrical, we use specialised high-tech equipment to ensure you are safe from minor faults, because even tiny mistakes can lead to terrible consequences!

The Electrical Safety Check Includes:

• Switchboard and distribution board testing

A thorough switchboard test ensures all cables, safety switches, and circuit protection devices work as they should, thus protecting tenants and easing property owners’ worries.

• Electrical Appliance testing certification

To ensure that all rental provider-supplied appliances are electrically safe, they’ll be tested and tagged.

• Power outlet test

Compliant grounding and circuit protection to ensure the safety of all plugged-in appliances.

• Visual inspection

Check the accessibility of all outlets and power switches and replace them if found faulty.

• Report

An electrical installation report will typically examine whether the wiring is safe or whether it needs to be remediated. Also included is a summary of the test results and any limitations encountered during the test, and a list of items that need further investigation. Owners and property managers receive safety reports upon request.

Having a safe electrical system is one of the duties of the rental provider or landlord. Regularly checking and maintaining electrical appliances is necessary. It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure that electric appliances are working safely. Renters need to keep an eye on their appliances to spot any problems.

For safety purposes, it is essential to know how often electrical inspections should be performed. It is recommended that the inspection happen annually for every building, but it will depend on its purpose and the type of equipment being used there.

• Residential homes-every 3 to 5 years

• Commercial buildings – every year

• Buildings in the industrial sector-every 3-6 months

The cost of safety and compliance checks depends upon the following factors.

1. The size of the home

2. Price of units that need to be replaced if found faulty

The price of performing the electric safety and compliance check ranges between $200-$400+GST-includes visual inspection of the roofspace and thorough testing of the installation.

No, the tenant can not refuse an electrical safety check. It is a mandatory requirement for the owner to do an electrical safety check every two years by a licensed electrician before the commencement of the tenancy.

Whenever renters occupy a rental property that has not been thoroughly checked for electrical safety in the last two years, the residential rental provider must conduct this task as soon as possible.

To comply with government guidelines, it is now a legal requirement to have an electrical safety certificate completed by a licensed electrician. Electrical work must be tested and not violate any regulations before being considered complete. 

Under the Electricity Regulations 1947 (the Regulations), all residential premises to be sold, rented or hired must have at least two Residual Current Devices (RCDs) protecting the final sub-circuits to socket outlets and lighting. There must be no more than three final sub-circuits per RCD. The lighting circuits (if there are two or more) must be divided between the RCDs.

Aside from having two functional RCDs installed in the building, each property room should be equipped with a hardwired smoke alarm no older than ten years old.