WHO NEEDS THIS LETTER?

This letter is required for a person who has been appointed as an Portable Electric Equipment Inspector in the workplace. They will be responsible for checking that portable electrical tools are being maintained correctly in the workplace.

WHAT IS THIS LETTER FOR?

This letter shows that an Portable Electric Equipment Inspector has been appointed to check the serviceability of portable electrical tools in the workplace, according to the requirements of the OHS Act. The letter allows these persons to act under the authority of the 16(2) in order to ensure that all portable electrical tools in the workplace are maintained and are working correctly.

WHY IS THIS LETTER IMPORTANT?

This letter shows that a responsible person has been appointed to ensure the serviceability of portable electrical tools. This provides evidence to an inspector that a basic structure is in place to ensure that all portable electrical tools are maintained correctly in the workplace. This letter is relevant under section 10(1) of the Electrical Machinery Regulations of the OHS Act and its availability shows that the employer is taking steps to comply with these Regulations in respects of ensuring all portable electrical tools remain safe for use in the workplace. 

VALIDITY

This letter needs to be signed by the 16(2) (as the appointer) and by the appointee, dated and kept on record where it can be accessible to an inspector. A time period must be included for the appointment. Each appointee must have the relevant experience or training in order to be competent to perform these duties.

HOW DOES THIS WORK AS A CONTROL MEASURE?

In the hierarchy of controls this letter forms part of the administrative control measures which should be in place to ensure that all portable tools are safe to use. This letter ensures that a responsible person is appointed to ensure that all portable electrical tools are are maintained correctly and remain safe to use in the workplace.