Test and Tag Training Course
Having trouble figuring out what type of course you should enrol in? When it comes to test and tag training, our course covers all of the knowledge and skill requirements to fully prepare you for a Test and Tag qualification usable in any Australian workplace.
Get Skilled Training offers a nationally accredited Test and Tag course online, so that you can get the right level training now.
In our one-day Test & Tag training course, UEERL0003 some of what you learn includes:
- Learning health & safety guidelines outlined in UEECD0007
- how to inspect
- conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies in line with the Australian and Queensland regulations and standards
- protocols for the visual assessment & appropriately applying service tags
- assessing faults and arranging repairs
We are a registered training organisation relgulated by the Australian Skills Authority which means our accredited course is recognised across Australia.
The Student Journey
Read through the following steps to gain an insight into whats involved with our Test and Tag training.
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Who Is This Course Targeted At?
Those who are needing to test and tag portable electrical appliances to Australian Standards 3760 & 3012, as part of their duties within their workplace or home.
Nationally Accredited Course: UEERL0003 & UEECD0007
If you want complete & comprehensive Test and Tag training to be able to test and tag equipment in the workplace, this course is for you. This is also the best course to do if you want to test and tag equipment on a commercial basis (i.e. testing and tagging equipment that belongs to someone other than you or your employer). Upon completing this course you’ll be given a Statement of Attainment for both UEECD0007 – Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace, UEERL0003 – Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies.
For more info on this course or undertaking test and tag on a commercial basis as a business, contact our administration team on 1300 856 832.
Course Outcomes
Nationally Accredited Course: UEERL0003 & UEECD0007
With our Test and Tag training you will be able to test and tag electrical appliances in line with the Australian Standards 3760 and 3012. Note: You will not be able to test and tag commercially as a business until you meet the licencing requirement outlined by the Electrical Safety Office in Queensland.
Upon completing this course you’ll be presented with a statement of Attainment for the units you’ve completed with a certificate Number.
Course Prerequisites
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Nationally Accredited Course: UEERL0003 & UEECD0007
This practical assessment for UEERL0003 can only be taken after you have completed the UEECD0007 Apply Work Health and Safety regulations, codes of practice in the workplace.
It is also recommended that students taking both of these courses have basic literacy and numeracy skills and arrive to their practical training in appropriate clothing (including closed-in footwear). An LLN Quiz can be undertaken online prior to enrolling in this course.
Course Duration / Delivery
Nationally Accredited Course: UEERL0003 & UEECD0007
This course involves 6 hours of self-paced online learning as well as one day of in-person training which both cover the following units:
- UEECD0007 Apply work Health & Safety regulations, codes and practice in the workplace and;
- UEERL0003 Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies
To find out more about what you’ll be learning about in these units, scroll down to “Units of Competency”.
This one-day course is delivered in person and requires no online components to be completed. During your training, you will learn about:
- Regulatory and legislative requirements
- Applicable standards and publications
- Basic principles of electricity and electrical circuits
- Basic construction and classes of electrical appliance including:
- Cords Plugs and Sockets 240V
- Cords Plugs and Sockets 415V
- Single and 3-phase appliance
- What is required to complete a visual inspection
- How to test and inspect:
- Single Phase 240V Equipment
- Residual Current Devices (RCD’s)
- The required documentation for testing and inspection
- How to use testing instruments including portable appliance testers (PAT’s)
This information is brought to you in an easy to understand, interactive way with a particular focus on hands-on learning, so that you’ll finish the course with the confidence and skills to test and tag on your own.
Course Dates
We offer regular Test & Tag courses throughout the year in Brisbane and other locations upon request.
See our next course date in Brisbane listed here or contact our office for more upcoming dates on 1300 856 832.
Units Of Competency
Nationally Accredited Course: UEERL0003 & UEECD0007
This course involves completing two core units of competency.
First, you’ll do the UEECD0007 Apply work Health & Safety regulations, codes and practice in the workplace. During this unit, you’ll learn about:
- How mandatory OHS requirements apply to electrotechnology work
- Your responsibilities regarding workplace health and safety
- Risk management processes at all operative levels
- How to adhere to safety practices while doing your work
Once you’ve completed the first unit, you will be able to undertake the online theory for UEERL0003 Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies. The second unit is designed to give you all the information and skills you need to safely test electrical cord connected equipment and assemblies. During this unit, you’ll learn about:
- Working safely
- Types of appliances and their construction
- How to conduct a Visual Inspection of Portable Appliances
- Electrical Tests required for portable appliances
- Using a portable apparatus tester
- Identifying faults on appliances and removing from service and applying an out of service tag, as required
- Applying tags to cords and portable appliances
- Arranging for faulty equipment to be repaired
- Filling out testing documentation for portable appliances and RCD’s
At the face to face component of the course, you will complete all of the practical training and assessment designed to ensure you can undertake the required tests on portable appliances to ensure they are safe to use in the workplace.
Included in the course
- Morning tea and lunch.
- All online assessment materials.
- Access to relevant reference materials, The Australian Standards-AS/NZS3760 & learner support.
- All equipment to complete the practical component will be provided onsite.



























Get Qualified With Our Test and Tag Courses Today!
Level up your career by completing your test and tag course now! With the right competency or qualification under your belt, you’ll be able to expand your duties in the workplace or move closer to completing your trade or starting your own electrical business!
Call Get Skilled Training on 1300 856 832 or fill out our simple online contact form, and you’ll be on your way to learning how to test and tag portable appliances in your workplace!