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Safety Switch (RCD) Test Checklist

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Safety Switch (RCD) Test Checklist

Step-by-step guide to testing your safety switches — takes 5 minutes and could save your life

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Safety switches (RCDs) save lives by cutting power in milliseconds when a fault is detected. But they need regular testing to confirm they work. This checklist walks you through the process safely.

Safety Switch (RCD) Test Checklist

⚠️ Before testing: Warn all household members and save open documents/work on computers — power will briefly cut out.
Follow this step-by-step guide to safely test your RCDs. Tap any item for guidance.
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🔍 Section 1: Locate & Identify
🧪 Section 2: Test Procedure
Complete these steps in order, one RCD at a time.
✅ Section 3: Results Assessment
🚨 Section 4: When to Call an Electrician
Tick any that apply — these require a licensed electrician inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions

This means your RCD is faulty and needs immediate replacement by a licensed electrician. Do not use it as a working safety switch.

Safety switch not working correctly?

A faulty RCD is a serious safety risk. Get a licensed electrician to inspect and replace it — free video triage available.

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