Safe T Smart Plug

ADDRESSES THE SHORT COMINGS OF TESTING AND TAGGING

This new technology allows all electrical equipment when in use to be monitored
continuously for electrical faults at the power point. Dedicated computer software
records and instantly displays any faults detected. Fault detection can trigger visual
alarms or power can be cut off to the faulty equipment. Test data is continuously
collected and compiled for audit and reporting requirements as well as trend analysis.

Using the latest technology The Safe T Smart

Plug System provides a worlds best practice
electrical monitoring and safety system.
The system works by replacing every power
point within a building/workplace with a Safe T
Smart Plug Power Point. Any electrical
equipment plugged into a Safe T Smart Plug
Power Point is tested for earth leakage and
earth continuity every half a second. The
electricity supply to the power point is
immediately disconnected if a fault is recorded.
Where it is not practical to disconnect power to
vital equipment a visual alarm can be triggered
to warn of the fault. Faults are reported via the
electrical wiring of the building to a computer
every 20 seconds.
The threshold for the system to register a fault
is pre-set to the Australian Standards for earth
leakage and earth continuity.
Incorporated into the system are highly visible Computer Screen View Of Monitoring Software
signs at each power point which is a constant
safety reminder to all staff.
Regular visual inspections of equipment and
power leads are made easy with inspection
check lists generated from a software data
base.

The benefits of the Safe T Smart Plug Management System:

• Addresses the short comings of testing and tagging Signage associated
• Increases workplace safety with each Smart Plug
• Instant power cut off or visual alarm if faults detected power point is a
• Tests and monitors electrical equipment under actual operating conditions continuous reminder
to all staff of electrical
• Equipment does not need to be removed from operation for testing
safety.
• Tests and monitors earth leakage and earth continuity
• Tests and monitors single and 3 phase equipment
• System meets AS/NZ 3760
• Is easy to operate and user friendly
• Provides immediate notification of faulty equipment via light, siren, email, or pager
• Identifies specific location of faulty equipment
• Reduces business interruption related to present testing requirements
• Includes electronic register of plant and equipment
• Includes data collection for recording keeping and auditing
• Data collection helps eliminate false claims of electric shock

After Hours Safety Feature

Power can be turned off automatically to one or more power points at the end of the
day by the monitoring computer. Benefits of this include reduced operating time of
equipment not intended to run during the night, reduced risk of fire, reduced wear and
tear and reduced power consumption.

Electrical Approval No. CS05603/V

 Safe T Smart Plug
Addresses the short comings of testing and tagging
An economically viable solution to electrical safety compliance
Includes automatic power cut off to any power point with faulty equipment or
power cut off to selected power points at the end of the day
A NEW BENCHMARK IN ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The Safe T Smart Plug system addresses the short comings of testing and tagging with continuous testing,
visual warnings and or power cut off when faults are detected.
A system where all electrical equipment is automatically continuously monitored, non-conforming equipment
is identified and addressed immediately.
• eliminates substandard tests
• eliminates ability to ignore testing requirements (such as using out-of-date equipment)
• Signage and colour coded power points are a constant reminder of electrical safety

In addition the Safe T Smart Plug system increases electrical safety during non working hours with the ability
of the monitoring computer to automatically turn off power to one or more power points which reduces:
• Operating time of equipment not intended to run during the night
• Risk of electrical fire
• Power consumption

THE SAFE T SMART PLUG

By installing in new buildings or replacing all power points in an existing building/factory/workshop with
colour coded Safe T Smart Plug power points all electrical equipment when in use is continuously tested for
earth leakage and earth continuity.
• Safe T Smart Plug power points have the latest electronics included in them
• Safe T Smart Plug power points take earth leakage and earth continuity measurements every half a
second.
• Dedicated software allows a standard computer to communicate with Safe T Smart Plug power points via
existing electrical wiring of a building for data collection.
• Computer software records and instantly displays on the computer screen any faults detected
• Test data is continuously collected and compiled for audit and reporting requirements
• Installation of the system allows for full consolidation/ clean up of electrical system

INCREASED ELECTRICAL SAFETY AWARENESS

Each Safe T Smart Plug power point is colour coded for hand held (double insulated) equipment and metal
case/earthed equipment as defined in AS3760. Bright distinctive signs are positioned within close proximity
to each power point. The signs contain operational details and safety reminder.
• Signage is a constant reminder to staff of electrical safety
• The need to plug equipment into either an orange or blue power point is a constant reminder to staff to be
aware of the equipment and the electrical safety requirement associated with it
• Staff in areas with fault signal lights will all be aware and reminded of safety when a fault is registered
and the flashing light turns on

INCREASED CONVENIENCE
• Equipment does not have to removed from service to be tested
• No disruption to business operations due to testing
• No outside testing and tagging contractors entering your premises
• All data and reports are immediately available if needed

COMPLETE MANAGEMENT TOOL

• The software automatically triggers a visual alarm or cuts power to faulty equipment upon detection of a
non-conformance and identifies the power-point to which the equipment is connected to facilitate
immediate action
• no day-to-day management requirements
• non-conformances are automatically recorded and reports generated
• Visual inspection requirement is managed using equipment log and inspection reporting module

LOWER COSTS
• Minimises interruption to business activity
• Eliminates costly periodic tests (only visual inspection is required once Safe T Smart Plug system is
installed)
 Safe T Smart Plug
A new benchmark for electrical safety
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for electrical safety
Each state has written legislation to establish as law that the occupier of a premises must take
'reasonable' precautionary steps to prevent any injuries resulting from the use of electrical
equipment.
What is reasonable care — What do we need to do
How does the occupier interpret the requirement to do all that is reasonable and practicable to
ensure safety? To answer this you need to look at WorkCover codes of practise and guidance
notes (neither of which are legally binding) to discover what is currently considered to be adequate
care. These documents, throughout Australia, all recommend compliance with AS3760.
Requirements in these documents are not legally binding, but, they do establish the MINIMUM
level of care that is considered to be acceptable. In the event of an incident WorkCover and / or
the courts will look to these documents to determine whether the occupier has done enough to
prevent such an incident. If they weren't following the guidelines what were they doing and was
that good enough.
Does the Safe T Smart Plug safety system meet WorkCover requirements
The Safe T Plug safety system exceeds the requirements of AS3760. Safe T Smart Plug actually
provides a new bench mark in reasonable and economically viable work place safety and care.
How does Safe T Smart Plug increase work place electrical safety
Replaces periodic testing and tagging with continuous testing, eliminates substandard tests,
eliminates ability to ignore testing requirements (such as using out-of-date equipment) and
through signage and colour coded plugs constantly reminds staff and personnel of electrical
safety.
How is this achieved
The Safe T Smart Plug is a power point that includes a circuit board with microprocessor. The
circuit board and microprocessor take an earth leakage measurement every half a second and an
earth continuity measurement every 2 minutes of any electrical equipment plugged into the power
point. Equipment is tested in both operating an non operating modes.
What happens when a fault is detected
Immediately a fault is detected the Safe T Smart Plug power point can either: (1) Turn the power
off to the outlet of the power point. (2) Send a signal to turn on a flashing light or siren. (3) Send a
fault signal to the computer. (4) Or do all of the above.
How does the Safe T Smart Plug power point record a fault
Dedicated software has been written to allow a standard computer to communicate with each Safe
T Smart Plug power point. The measurements taken by each Safe T Smart Plug power point is
transmitted to the computer which records the data and displays any faults that are detected.
How is the data from the Safe T Smart Plug power point transmitted to the computer
A technology known as X10 is used. This technology uses the existing electrical wiring to carry
data signals which allows most areas of a building to have Safe T Smart Plug power points
installed.
How does the computer connect to the electrical wiring of a building
The computer is connected to the electrical wiring of the building via an interface box which
isolates the computer from the 240v power source with special protective electronic parts. An X10
signalling device the same as is used in the Safe T Smart Plug power point is housed in the
interface box. This device is used to transmit signals to and from the computer. A serial cable
connects the computer to the interface box.
How many Safe T Smart Plug power points are needed
For the Safe T Smart Plug system can only increase the safety if all existing power points in a
build are be replaced with Safe T Smart Plug power points. This ensures all equipment will be
tested whenever plugged into any power point.
An optional warning light, to alert staff to a fault somewhere within the building, can be plugged
into any power point and be turned on by a signal from the computer whenever a fault is recorded.
 Safe T Smart Plug
A new benchmark for electrical safety
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the software work
All data from each Safe T Smart Plug power points are transmitted to the computer and recorded
by the Safe T Smart Plug dedicated software. When the software is initially set up a plan of the
building is included, all power points locations are added to the plan. A number is allocated to
each power point. When a fault is recorded the particular power point flashes red or orange on
the computer screen. The position of the power point immediately identified within the building.
How does the system determine which equipment is faulty if more than one piece of equipment is
in use with a power board
While from an electrical safety perspective it is preferable not to use power boards, the Safe T
Smart Plug power point with a power board plugged into it measures the cumulative earth leakage
or earth continuity (resistance to earth) of all equipment powered from the power board. If a fault
is recorded each piece of equipment can be individually tested. The computer software contains a
test window that allows a request to be sent to an individual Safe T Smart Plug power point to test
the equipment plugged in at the time. The results are sent back to the computer and displayed on
the screen. By testing each piece of equipment individually the fault equipment will be identified.
If the system is non computerised with power point, power cut off feature each piece of equipment
is still individually tested in a power point. However the faulty equipment will cause the power to
be cut off to the power point when the fault is detected.
How is power turned on to a power cut off power point
To restore power to a power point a special hand held signal device is unplugged into any nearby
power point and with the push of a button a signal is sent to the power point to turn power on.
Alternatively the same signal can be sent from the Safe T Smart Plug software on the monitoring
computer.
Does the power cut off substitute for an RCD
Definitely NOT. An RCD (Residual Current Device) is intended to turn power off when within 300
micro seconds of a fault occurring. The Safe T Smart Plug power cut off system does not meet
this requirement and is only intended as a means to warn of electrical equipment failing to meet
earth leakage and earth continuity testing standards.
How is each piece of equipment identified
When the Safe T Smart Plug system is first set up all equipment is tagged with a Safe T Smart
Plug tag. Any new equipment must also be tagged before it becomes operational. The main point
of the tag is to provide an identification number for each piece of equipment, so in the event of a
fault the equipment can be identified by description and tag number.
What reports can be generated by the software
Reports that can be generated include:
Faults register for any date range including actions taken to repair or dispose of the equipment
A register of all equipment
All equipment that have recorded a fault
Equipment with a specified number of faults
A physical inspection sheet listing all equipment. Pass, fail and comments are recorded on this
sheet each time physical inspection of equipment is undertaken.
What tags are required to be placed on my electrical equipment
When the system is first set up or when any new equipment is purchased an identification tag is
attached to the power cable of all equipment. Double insulated equipment are fitted with a blue
coloured tags and earth earthed equipment with orange tags.
Do I need to physically inspect my electrical equipment
All equipment including power cables and power leads must be physically checked for damage
which could cause a potential electrical hazard/shock every six months or as set out in AS3760.
Any equipment that does not pass this inspection must be removed from service immediately.
Can I carry out the physical inspection
Physical inspections must be carried out by a person deemed to be competent in the area of
electrical equipment safety. To be deemed a competent person an accredited training course
must be attended.
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SYSTEM OPERATION DIAGRAM SMART PLUG

Earthed Equipment

Test signal

Power Point

Smart Plug
inside
3
Return signal

Smart Plug for double insulated equipment (blue colour)

continuously measures earth leakage (<1mA). No earth continuity
measurement required.
Cuts power to equipment if feature is installed

Power Point

Smart Plug
Double Insulated Equipment

inside
2
Power Point

Smart Plug
Test signal

inside
1
Earthed Equipment
Return signal

Smart Plug for earthed equipment (orange colour)

continuously measures earth leakage (<5mA), earth Fault Signals
continuity (<1Ohm) and reversed polarity. Cuts
power to equipment if feature is installed.
Fault signal sent
to computer via
electrical wiring
of building
Computer controls sig-
Computer/Smart Plug Communications nals from smart plugs
Signal 1. inside power points
Computer software queries each Safe T Smart
Plug power point sequentially to confirm they are
working. Request sent via electrical wiring of the
building.

A Non response from a power point will set off a

warning signal.

Signal 2.
Safe T Smart Plug power points send signal to
computer immediately an earth leakage or
earth continuity fault is detected.

Safe T Smart Plug cuts power to power outlet if Fault Indicator:

feature installed. light, siren,
email, pager

Electrical wiring of building

Orange Power Points measure earth leakage at <5 mA and earth Blue Power Points measure earth leakage at <1 mA.
wire resistance at <1 Ohm. Only for equipment with an earth wire Only for double insulated equipment such as most hand
and metal case such as large fixed equipment & machinery. held devices (drills, grinders etc).
 Global Guardian
Continuously Monitors the Safety of
Your Electrical Equipment
No More Testing and Tagging
The purpose of the new Global Guardian power board is to detect earth
leakage and earth continuity faults long before they develop into major
faults.
Simply plug all your electrical appliances into the Global Guardian power
board and not only do you have a convenient power board with circuit
breakers but all equipment is continuously tested for dangerous prob-
lems. If a problem should occur an alarm will sound to indicate electrical
failure.

Global Guardian power board Benefits

• Saves money and time as testing and tagging is eliminated
• The unit is Portable and Light weight, so its easy to handle
and transport
• Handy 8 socket power board for busy sites
• Meets electrical equipment testing standard

Global Guardian power board Includes

• Circuit breakers & RCD for personal safety
• Alarms to indicate electrical failure
• Automatic on & off switches
• Both 10 amp & 15 amp circuits
• Water & dust proof casing
• Model including 3 phase outlets available

Increased Workplace Safety

The Global Guardian power board detects earth leakage at
1mA & 5mA depending on the equipment being used, this is
well below the level at which an RCD will cut off power.
The Global Guardian power board increases work place
electrical safety because all equipment is tested under site
operating conditions making testing more relevant to the
work environment.
Personal safety is further increased due to the reduced time
between equipment testing. The Global Guardian power
board tests equipment every few seconds rather than every
month or more as occurs under the present testing and tag-
ging regime.
The RCDs incorporated into Global Guardian power board
are also continuously tested for earth leakage as is required
under present electrical safety regulations.

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