Electrical Equipment Used by Facilities Teams

Facilities management companies can deal with many types of portable electrical equipment. Some equipment belongs to the building, while contractors may bring other items onto the site.

Common examples include:

• Extension leads
• Power boards
• Portable work lights
• Vacuum cleaners
• Portable fans
• Battery chargers
• Portable power tools
• Computers
• Monitors
• Printers
• Laptop chargers
• Kettles
• Microwaves
• Refrigerators

The equipment will vary between sites. Therefore, facilities teams should review the equipment used at each workplace.

Equipment Across Multiple Buildings

Facilities management companies may look after several buildings for the same client. Equipment can also move between different areas during maintenance work.

For example, a portable work light may move between plant rooms and storage areas. Similarly, an extension lead may be used by different maintenance teams.

Because of this, keeping equipment records organised can help staff track items more easily.

Furthermore, records can help facilities teams review previous inspection work.

Managing Contractor Equipment

Contractors often use portable electrical equipment while completing maintenance work. These workers may bring tools, extension leads, chargers, and work lights onto a site.

As a result, facilities managers should have clear procedures for equipment brought onto the premises.

Before work begins, the site team can discuss equipment requirements with contractors. In addition, staff can keep suitable records where the site’s procedures require them.

Clear communication can reduce confusion when several contractors work at the same location.

Why Facilities Teams Arrange Inspections

Portable electrical equipment can receive regular use during maintenance and cleaning work. Repeated movement and handling can cause normal wear over time.

For this reason, businesses may arrange electrical equipment inspections as part of their workplace management process.

In addition, organised records can help facilities teams identify equipment and review previous inspections.

Regular record checks can also make future planning easier. Consequently, managers can prepare inspection work before equipment becomes difficult to locate.

Office and Common Area Equipment

Commercial buildings often have portable electrical equipment in offices and shared areas. Computers, monitors, printers, chargers, kettles, and microwaves are common examples.

Cleaning staff may also use vacuum cleaners and extension leads throughout the building.

Although these items may have different users, facilities teams may still need to manage them as part of the site.

Therefore, an inspection plan should consider equipment across the whole workplace.

Benefits of Professional Test and Tag Services

Professional testing allows facilities management companies to arrange inspections across their managed sites. A technician can inspect portable electrical equipment while building staff continue with their normal duties.

After the inspection, digital records can provide useful information about the equipment checked.

Test tags can also help staff identify equipment that has received an inspection.

Furthermore, organised records can help facilities managers prepare for future work.

Planning Inspections Across Client Sites

Facilities management companies often work across several client locations. Therefore, good planning can help reduce disruption.

First, identify the buildings that need inspection. Next, review the equipment and areas that require access.

After that, confirm suitable times with the site contact. Where possible, make portable equipment easy for the technician to reach.

Finally, tell relevant staff and contractors about the planned visit.

This approach can help the inspection run smoothly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment can facilities management companies have inspected?

Facilities teams may manage computers, extension leads, power boards, portable tools, work lights, vacuum cleaners, chargers, kitchen appliances, and other portable electrical equipment.

Can equipment used by contractors be included?

Contractors may bring portable electrical equipment onto a site. Each facility should have its own process for managing equipment brought onto the premises.

Can multiple buildings be inspected?

Yes. Facilities management companies can discuss their sites and inspection requirements with their testing provider.

Why are digital inspection records useful?

Digital records provide an organised way to review completed inspections. They can also help facilities teams keep track of equipment across different sites.

Does every building have the same inspection needs?

No. Buildings can have different equipment, work areas, users, and conditions. Therefore, each site should consider its own circumstances when planning an inspection program.

Learn More About Our Services

Tagtech Australia provides professional test and tag services across Sydney and surrounding areas.

We help businesses and organisations manage portable electrical equipment across offices, commercial buildings, workshops, community facilities, and other workplaces.

If your facilities management company needs help managing portable electrical equipment, contact our team.

Phone: 0447 942 990

Email: info@tagtechaustralia.com.au