For companies that operate in the food service industry, it is necessary to have access to dependable cold storage alternatives. Refrigerator space is often utilised to its maximum capacity by business owners to store as many products as feasible.

To get the most out of their commercial freezers, businesses are utilising all of the space and features that are available to them. 

These refrigerators have several benefits, one of which is that they enable the safe storage of food while ensuring that it is kept in the best possible condition. 

Similarly, they can ensure that the commodities are in good condition even after they have been used, served, or sold. 

When acquiring commercial refrigerators, business owners can save time, energy, and money by purchasing refrigerators that meet the needs of their particular enterprise, which in turn allows them to meet those needs better.

However, owners of businesses may only enjoy the benefits of having commercial refrigerators in their workplaces for as long as those refrigerators remain safe and operational. 

We are fortunate that testing and tagging are options for these refrigerators.

A Look Into the Testing and Marking Process

The procedure known as “test and tag” is carried out to enhance the safety of electrical equipment. 

The first thing that needs to be done is a thorough examination of the home appliances to check and see if any of them are broken. 

The last step is to use a portable appliance tester to put them through their paces and see how well they perform. 

When these components have been finished being worked on by professionals, they will be marked and then linked to the appropriate appliances so they can be appropriately identified.

The date and outcome of the test, the identity of the individual who carried out the test, and the time and date of the subsequent test are the details typically seen on such a tag.

The AS/NZS 3760:2010 provides in-depth instructions and information about testing and tagging. 

This standard benefits organisations executing testing and tagging procedures because it explains the standards that apply to those processes. 

It also details which should be permitted to test and tag, how frequently they should do so, and what credentials they need to have.

Testing and tagging both play an important part

All refrigerators must pass mandatory safety inspections and be labelled to ensure their continued use is risk-free. 

Because commercial locations are typically open for lengthy hours, refrigerators must have a track record of dependability and safety. 

To safeguard personnel in the surrounding area from potential electrical hazards while they are on the job, refrigerators ought to be inspected and given appropriate warning labels.

Although establishments like restaurants and retail stores are not required to have their refrigerators inspected and labelled, you, as the owner, should still make reasonable efforts to protect your customers and employees. 

Having your refrigerators examined by a professional might unearth any underlying problems affecting their efficiency. 

If you don’t get your refrigerators inspected and tagged, you can have to pay to treat employees or customers who get hurt at your place of business if you don’t do it beforehand.

On the other hand, the testing and labelling of refrigerators should only be done by skilled professionals. 

Fortunately, ALKCOOL Commercial Refrigeration has professionals on staff who have undergone extensive training and are competent in carrying out the processes described above. 

If you require testing and labelling for your refrigerators, please do not hesitate to contact us.