RCD Testing Report
An RCD (safety switch) test record of push-button and trip-time results for each device, aligned to AS/NZS 3760, with pass / fail results, test dates and the next test due.
Frequently asked questions
What does the RCD Testing Report cover?
An RCD (safety switch) test record of push-button and trip-time results for each device, aligned to AS/NZS 3760, with pass / fail results, test dates and the next test due.
How often should RCDs (safety switches) be tested?
AS/NZS 3760 and workplace requirements set RCD test intervals. Push-button tests are typically done every 3 to 6 months and trip-time (operating-time) tests periodically (often every 1 to 2 years, and more frequently on construction and demolition sites). Record results and the next test due on the form.
Who can complete this record?
Electrical installation, testing and inspection work must be carried out by a licensed electrician (some tasks need extra accreditation, for example CEC accreditation for solar). Test-and-tag may be done by a competent person under AS/NZS 3760. Record the technician's name and licence number on the form.
Is this the official AS/NZS 3760 document?
No. This is a free, practical record template aligned to the requirements of AS/NZS 3760. It is not a copy of the published standard and does not replace it. Australian Standards are copyright to Standards Australia. Always work to the current edition of AS/NZS 3760 and your state or territory's requirements.
This is a general template aligned to the requirements of AS/NZS 3760. It is provided as a guide only and is not a substitute for the published standard or manufacturer instructions. Always work to the current edition of the relevant standard and your jurisdiction's requirements, and have routine service carried out by a competent, appropriately licensed person.
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