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Free portable appliance testing log. Record test results for AS/NZS 3760 compliance including earth continuity and insulation. Digitise with MapTrack.

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Updated 26 Oct 2026

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A portable appliance testing log records each item of plug-in electrical equipment: type, serial number and location, the visual inspection, earth continuity and insulation resistance results, pass or fail, the tester and next due date. Set each interval from equipment type and the assessed operating environment, using AS/NZS 3760:2022's indicative frequencies. Regulation 150 of the model WHS Regulations requires plug-in equipment in hostile operating environments to be regularly tested.

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  • The MapTrack portable appliance testing (PAT) log has 7 columns and room for 25 entries. Columns: Asset Tag, Description, Location, Test Date, Result, Next Due, Tester.
  • Reg 150 requires plug-in electrical equipment used in a hostile operating environment to be regularly inspected and tested by a competent person.
  • AS/NZS 3760:2022 clause 2.2 gives indicative intervals; set each item's interval from its type and the assessed operating environment, and record the basis.
  • On construction and demolition sites, AS/NZS 3012:2019 clause 3.2 sets the verification frequency for equipment used on site.
  • A failed item is removed from service and tagged, and the log records the test it failed and the measured value.
  • Re-test after repair, after a suspected fault and before first use of second-hand equipment.

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What is a portable appliance testing (PAT) log?

A portable appliance testing (PAT) log is a register used to record the inspection and testing results of portable electrical equipment in the workplace. Each entry captures the appliance details (type, make, model, serial number, location), the tests performed (visual inspection, earth continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, leakage current), the pass or fail result, the tester name and licence number, the test date and the next test due date. The log provides a consolidated record of all tested appliances on a site, supporting compliance with AS/NZS 3760:2022 (In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment).

Portable electrical equipment is one of the most common sources of electrical injury in Australian workplaces because it is frequently moved, subjected to physical damage and used in varied environments. AS/NZS 3760:2022 establishes inspection and testing intervals based on the operating environment, with construction and demolition sites on the shortest interval. Regulation 150 of the WHS Regulations 2011 requires electrical equipment that is supplied through a socket outlet and used in a hostile operating environment to be regularly inspected and tested by a competent person. Failing to maintain a PAT log means organisations cannot demonstrate compliance during SafeWork inspections, and defective appliances remain in service until someone is injured.

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Benefits of using this portable appliance testing (PAT) log

  • AS/NZS 3760 compliance: provides documented evidence that portable appliances are tested at the intervals specified for each operating environment.
  • Electrical safety: systematic testing identifies earth faults, insulation breakdown and damaged cords before they cause electric shock.
  • Centralised register: a single log consolidates test results across all site appliances, making it easy to identify overdue items.
  • SafeWork audit readiness: inspectors can review the PAT log to verify the testing programme covers all appliances on site.
  • Defect tracking: failed appliances are recorded with the defect type, corrective action and follow-up test date.
  • Insurance evidence: documented testing supports electrical safety claims and may reduce workers compensation premiums.

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  • Record test and tag results digitally, with the next retest date on the service board and a due-soon email to the person responsible.
  • Link electrical inspection records to specific assets for full service history.
  • See overdue RCD tests and thermal imaging inspections in the Asset Servicing report when you schedule them as services.

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What to include in a portable appliance testing (PAT) log

This portable appliance testing (PAT) log covers 9 key areas:

  • Appliance register: row number, asset ID or tag number, appliance type and description, make/model, serial number, location/department.
  • Test details: test date, tester name, licence or competency number, test instrument ID and calibration due date.
  • Visual inspection result: cord condition, plug and socket condition, enclosure damage, strain relief, markings legible.
  • Earth continuity test: result in ohms, pass or fail against AS/NZS 3760 threshold (typically less than 1 ohm).
  • Insulation resistance test: result in megaohms, pass or fail against AS/NZS 3760 threshold (typically greater than 1 megaohm).
  • Polarity and leakage current tests (where applicable): result and pass/fail.
  • Overall result: pass or fail, next test due date based on operating environment classification.
  • Failed appliance actions: defect description, removed from service (yes/no), repair date, re-test date and result.
  • Sign-off: tester signature, site manager acknowledgement.

How to use this portable appliance testing (PAT) log

  1. Compile the appliance register and classify the operating environment: List all portable electrical equipment on site with asset ID, type, location and operating environment classification per AS/NZS 3760:2022 (for example construction, industrial, commercial or residential-type). The classification determines the required test interval.
  2. Perform a visual inspection of each appliance: Check the supply cord for cuts, abrasion, kinks and exposed conductors. Inspect the plug for cracked pins, loose terminals and correct wiring. Examine the appliance enclosure for cracks, missing covers or damage that could expose live parts. Record the visual result on the log.
  3. Conduct electrical tests using a calibrated portable appliance tester: Perform earth continuity, insulation resistance and (where applicable) polarity and leakage current tests in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2022 test procedures. Record each measurement on the log and compare against the pass/fail thresholds specified in the standard.
  4. Apply test tags and record the results: Attach a durable test tag to each appliance showing the test date, next test due date, tester name and pass or fail result. Record the same information on the PAT log. For failed appliances, remove the item from service immediately and record the defect.
  5. Schedule follow-up actions and archive the log: For failed appliances, record the corrective action (repair, replace or dispose), the responsible person and the re-test date. File the completed log with the site electrical safety records. In MapTrack, set automated reminders for next test due dates so no appliance is missed.

In MapTrack, you can digitise electrical safety inspections and test records. Each submission is stored as a timestamped PDF against the asset record.

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How often should you complete this log / register?

AS/NZS 3760:2022 specifies testing intervals based on operating environment; check the current edition for the interval that applies to each environment. In addition to scheduled testing, appliances must be re-tested after repair, after any suspected fault, and before first use of second-hand equipment. Visual inspections should be performed before each use as part of the operator pre-start check. In MapTrack, classify each appliance by environment and set the corresponding reminder interval.

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Frequently asked questions

Portable appliance testing is the process of visually inspecting and electrically testing portable electrical equipment to confirm it is safe for continued use. Tests typically include earth continuity (verifying the earth path has low resistance), insulation resistance (confirming the insulation is not breaking down) and, where applicable, polarity and leakage current tests. In Australia, PAT is governed by AS/NZS 3760:2022, which specifies test methods, pass/fail thresholds and testing intervals for different operating environments.

AS/NZS 3760:2022 specifies testing intervals based on the operating environment classification; check the current edition for the interval for each environment. Appliances must also be tested after repair, after suspected faults and before first use of second-hand equipment. State WHS regulations may impose additional requirements for specific industries.

AS/NZS 3760:2022 requires that electrical testing of portable appliances be performed by a competent person, which typically means a licensed electrician or a person who has completed recognised PAT training. Visual inspections can be performed by any trained worker. For construction sites, the WHS Regulations 2011 require that testing be carried out by a competent person (regulation 150). The tester must record their name and competency details on the test log.

If an appliance fails any test, it must be immediately removed from service and tagged as defective. The defect is recorded on the PAT log with the specific test that failed and the measured value. The appliance is then repaired by a qualified person and re-tested before being returned to service. If repair is not economical, the appliance is disposed of. Continuing to use a failed appliance exposes the PCBU to prosecution under WHS Regulations 2011, regulation 149, which requires unsafe electrical equipment to be disconnected and kept out of use until it is repaired or tested and found safe, replaced or removed.

Yes. This PAT log is completely free to download and use. It downloads as a ready-to-print PDF. It references AS/NZS 3760:2022 test requirements and is designed for Australian workplaces. If you want to digitise your PAT programme with barcode scanning, automated due date reminders and photo evidence of test tags, MapTrack can help.

Applicable regulatory standards

This template is a starting point. Check the current requirements that apply to your equipment, work and location. The template alone does not establish compliance.

  • In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCDs

    Edition: AS/NZS 3760:2022 (incl. Amd 1:2022)

    In-service inspection and testing: indicative frequencies by environment and equipment, tester competence, test methods, action on failed items and records.

    • 2.2: Frequency of inspection and tests of electrical equipment and RCDs
    • 2.3: Competence of the person carrying out inspection and testing
    • 2.4: Inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCDs
    • 2.5: Action to take on equipment as a result of inspection and testing
    • 2.6: Documentation of inspection and test results

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  • Model Work Health and Safety Regulations

    Edition: Model WHS Regulations as at 5 December 2025 (cited within as the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011)

    Managing electrical risks, and regular inspection and testing by a competent person of plug-in equipment used in hostile operating environments.

    • reg 147: A PCBU must manage electrical risks at the workplace in line with Part 3.1.
    • reg 150: Plug-in electrical equipment used in hostile operating environments must be regularly inspected and tested by a competent person.
    • Part 4.7: General electrical safety and energised electrical work, including inspection and testing and residual current devices.

    Safe Work Australia (drafted by the Parliamentary Counsel's Committee)

  • Model Code of Practice: Managing electrical risks in the workplace

    Edition: October 2018 version

    Model Code on managing electrical risks at the workplace, admissible as evidence of what is reasonably practicable where approved.

    Safe Work Australia

  • Electrical installations - Construction and demolition sites

    Edition: AS/NZS 3012:2019 (incl. Amd 1:2020)

    On construction and demolition sites, sets the verification frequency for electrical equipment used on site.

    • 3.2: Frequency of verification (inspection and testing) on construction and demolition sites
    • 3.5: Verification of other electrical equipment used on site

    Standards Australia and Standards New ZealandSold by the publisher

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