WHS Compliance Services Adelaide

Any electrical equipment used in a workplace must be tested, including power tools, appliances, extension cords, and portable RCDs.

Regular testing and tagging is essential for maintaining a safe and compliant workplace, regardless of your type of operations. By identifying potential electrical hazards and ensuring your equipment meets Australian Standards, you can protect your employees, customers, and assets.

WLSS takes a risk management approach to Testing & Tagging. Our team has the expertise to accurately advise the class of work and the risks associated with the use of specified electrical equipment, which determines how often your equipment must be tested.

To comply with AS/NZS 3760, electrical equipment must be tested at intervals based on its environment and usage. The table below outlines the required inspection frequency for different equipment types and settings.

• Construction tools:
  • 3-monthly
• Hired equipment:
  • Prior to hire and 3-monthly
• Workshop / factory / cleaners:
  • 6-monthly
• Office environment:
  • 12-monthly
• Accommodation (hotel / motel):
  • 24-monthly (2 years)
• Permanently fixed or bolted down:
  • 60-monthly (5 years)

Yes, we offer bundled services that combine multiple essential safety measures, such as electrical testing and tagging, fire equipment testing and tagging, and emergency and exit light servicing. We provide special pricing for these bundled services, and there’s also discounted pricing available for our 3-year maintenance contracts, ensuring you receive the best value for comprehensive WHS / OHS support. Additionally, we can bundle emergency planning advisory and evacuation diagram services for a thorough safety solution.

We service a wide range of emergency and exit lights, including fluorescent, LED, and incandescent fixtures.

According to Australian Standard AS 2293, emergency and exit lights should be tested and inspected every 6 months. The following table details the recommended servicing intervals based on the type of equipment and industry risk level.

• Emergency Lights
  • 6-Monthly: 90-minute drain test
  • 12-Monthly: 6-monthly drain test + inspection + clean
• Exit Lights
  • 6-Monthly: 90-minute drain test
  • 12-Monthly: 6-monthly drain test + inspection + clean
• First Aid Equipment Inspections
  • After each use
  • 6-Monthly: For high-risk workplaces
  • 12-Monthly: For low-risk workplaces

Yes, we offer emergency repair services to ensure that your emergency and exit lights are always in working order.

Yes, we offer bundled services that combine multiple essential safety measures, such as electrical testing and tagging, fire equipment testing and tagging, and emergency and exit light servicing. We provide special pricing for these bundled services, and there’s also discounted pricing available for our 3-year maintenance contracts, ensuring you receive the best value for comprehensive WHS / OHS support. Additionally, we can bundle emergency planning advisory and evacuation diagram services for a thorough safety solution.

If your emergency or exit lights are not working properly, please contact us immediately. We will promptly ensure that your lights are restored to working order within the required legislative timeframe.

WLSS ensures that your fire extinguishers and related equipment are inspected and maintained to meet Australian Standard AS 1851 requirements. This includes clearly marking fire equipment locations with appropriate signage and performing regular testing in compliance with regulatory schedules. Our qualified team holds national certification and maintains current accreditation through the Fire Protection Association of Australia’s (FPAS) scheme.

To provide full transparency and confidence, WLSS also provides you with:

• A current Fire Equipment Register listing all tested equipment
• Public/Product Liability Insurance Certificates
• Ongoing documentation of inspection history

Not all fire extinguishers are suitable for every type of fire. Using the wrong extinguisher can be ineffective—or even dangerous. Our Portable Fire Extinguisher Guide helps you easily identify the best extinguisher for each fire class, from wood and paper fires to electrical and chemical fires. This guide simplifies the process, making it easier to protect people and property by choosing the safest option.

Regular maintenance of fire safety equipment is essential to ensure compliance and readiness in emergencies. The recommended intervals, as set by AS/NZS 1851 and AS 2293 standards, vary depending on the type of equipment. Here’s a quick overview:

Intervals Between Fire Equipment Servicing
(AS/NZS 1851 & AS 2293 Servicing and Inspection Requirements)

• Fire Protection and Alarm Systems (Fire Panels):
  • Monthly
• Portable Fire Equipment, including Fire Blankets:
  • 6-Monthly and Yearly
• Fire Hose Reel:
  • 6-Monthly and Yearly
• Emergency and Exit Lighting:
  • 6-Monthly and Yearly
• Hydrostatic Test of Portable Fire Equipment:
  • 5-Yearly

Staying on top of these intervals helps ensure your systems are fully operational and compliant with Australian standards.

Book your fire equipment servicing today to safeguard your workplace.

Forms 1, 2, and 3 are essential documents used to ensure compliance with building safety regulations, particularly for Essential Safety Provisions (ESPs), such as fire systems and emergency lighting. These forms cover the listing, installation, and annual maintenance of ESPs, ensuring that buildings meet safety standards. WLSS is licensed to assist clients in understanding, completing, and certifying these forms for regulatory compliance and safety assurance.

FORM 1

• What is it:
  • Lists essential safety provisions (ESPs) for a building; outlines fire systems, emergency lighting, and other required ESPs.
• How we help:
  • We guide you in identifying and listing all your ESPs.

FORM 2

• What is it:
  • Certifies correct installation of essential safety provisions; confirms ESPs, such as fire alarms, are installed per safety standards.
• How we help:
  • Our team ensures proper installation and certifies compliance.

FORM 3

• What is it:
  • Form 3 is an annual certification for maintaining and checking the functioning of ESPs.
• How we help:
  • We provide inspections, maintenance, and certifies ESP functionality.

The type and size of fire extinguisher depend on the room’s purpose and potential fire hazards. WLSS can recommend the appropriate extinguisher based on your specific risks.

First and foremost, our highly trained Technicians will work with your schedule to minimise disruption and support business continuity. We provide advance notice, use efficient procedures onsite, and have sufficient emergency training to help mitigate the impact of equipment downtime.