Tips for Choosing Quality Calibration Services
When you rely on a company for your calibration, you want to know that quality technical service is being performed. If the company you choose is not up to the task, the safety and compliance risks are high. We’ve provided some tips to help you ensure the calibration services you choose are top quality. Here
5 Benefits to Onsite Calibration
Equipment calibration is a frequent, necessary step in keeping your business compliant and your employees safe. If you’re struggling with the constant upkeep of different equipment or the time it takes to have them calibrated effectively, why not consider an onsite service? Here are 5 benefits to choosing onsite calibration services. Why would you calibrate
How to Use a Digital Multimeter Safely
Digital multimeters are one of the most used tools in most electrician’s tool kit. Like any electrical equipment, their use comes with risks. Even qualified electricians can make minor mistakes that lead to using their digital multimeter in an unsafe manner. So, how do you use a digital multimeter safely? Here are 4 top tips.
Arc Flash Safety: 5 Tips for Reducing Arc Flash Risks in Your Workplace
Arc flash, also referred to as arc blast, is a serious incident and all steps possible should be taken to reduce the risks. We’ll explain what arc flash is, as well as 5 tips to increase arc flash safety. We want to make it clear that we are not arc flash engineering or WHS consultants,
How Insulated Mats Protect You in High-Voltage Environments
Working with electricity and high-voltage equipment is a naturally risky environment. It’s essential that protective equipment is used to minimise these risks after other hierarchies of control have been followed of course. In this blog, we’ll discuss the properties of insulated mats and how they can protect you from high-voltage injuries. Explaining insulated mats An
AS/NZS 2225 (1994) replaced by IEC60903:2020 for Electrical Insulating Gloves
As of March 2020 AS/NZS 2225:1994 has been formally replaced by AS/NZS IEC 60903:2020. This new standard is applicable across Australia and New Zealand and replaces AS/NZS 2225:1994 in regards to electrical insulating gloves. This revision encompasses the design, manufacture, testing and inspection of “electrical insulating gloves that provide protection of the worker against electric
Why It’s Important to Inspect Fall Arrest Equipment
Working at heights is often necessary and without proper safety equipment, it’s also dangerous. We explain why it’s essential to inspect your fall arrest equipment regularly, how it’s done and whether inspection tagging is required. Inspecting equipment saves lives Fall arrest equipment – such as harnesses, lanyards, pole straps and karabiners – are designed to
Everything You Need to Know About EWP Testing
Elevated work platforms (EWP) such as scissor lifts, boom lifts and telehandlers are important pieces of machinery that must be tested regularly to ensure safety. In this blog, we’ll cover the five types of EWP testing that should feature in your schedule, as well as the specialised electrical testing that Mobile Test ‘n’ Cal regularly
5 Reasons Regular Testing of Electrical Gloves, Sleeves & Mats is Essential
Electrical PPE and insulated equipment requires regular testing, at least every 6 months. This may feel too often, but it’s important to maintain this schedule for the safety of your workers and the compliance of your business. Here are 5 reasons to regularly test your electrical gloves, sleeves and mats. Reason 1: Safety Insulated equipment
5 Tips to Extend Your Hot Stick’s Life
High Voltage Testing is required at regular intervals to ensure that the insulation to a power source is providing adequate protection. To do this test a piece of equipment called a hot stick is required, however it is important that the hot stick is maintained, not just for safety (which is imperative) but also to
3 Reasons Why Even the Best Electrical Equipment Requires Regular Testing and Calibration
There isn’t a good electrical tradesperson out there who doesn’t stand by the importance of using electrical equipment that is high-quality. This isn’t necessarily measured by how much your tools cost, but regardless of their price tags, it’s important to regularly check that they are safe to operate and provide accurate results. You may be
AFR Fast 100 for 3 Years!
We are excited to announce that the team at Mobile Test ‘n’ Cal just achieved something special. The business was this week listed in The Australian Financial Review Fast 100 for the third time running. 2019 – 41st fastest-growing privately held company in AUS 2018 – 64th fastest-growing privately held company in AUS 2017 –