How Do I Fill in a Label?
When filling in a pass or fail label there are various ways to do it, however there is an industry standard that PAT technicians should be aware of as this is the minimum requirement set out by the IEE Code of Practice.
It is important to record the asset number, the date the test was carried out, the date the next test is due and the initials of the person carrying out the test.
If you check the IEE Code of Practice 3rd Edition, recommendations for labelling are on page 38, section 8.4, entitled ‘Labelling’. Examples of labelling are also given on page 118.
Do I need a printer?
Label printers can be very useful as they allow the printing of labels whenever they are needed. A label printer will print a label with the status of either pass or fail, a barcode, the date of the test, the date of the next test and the name of the testing technician.
However, the cost involved includes the initial outlay for the equipment and repeat costs of new cartridges. It is important to weigh up costs and outlay against profit.
If you feel that a label printer is for you, look at the Seaward Test n Tag printer.
What types of labels are there?
There are various types of labels available and which type you choose will depend on your personal circumstances. The labels category can show you all the differing labels, types and functions.
