Meeting Australian Compliance Requirements for Standby Power

In Australia, standby generators used in critical facilities are subject to regulatory requirements under the National Construction Code (NCC), relevant Australian Standards, and industry-specific guidelines. For many organisations, regular compliance testing is not just best practice — it is a legal or contractual obligation.

Macfarlane Generators provides professional compliance testing services to help you meet your obligations and maintain confidence in your standby power systems.

Our Compliance Testing Services

  • Testing to AS/NZS 3010 (Electrical Installations — Generating Sets) and related standards
  • Insurance compliance certification and documentation
  • Annual and periodic compliance assessments
  • Testing for data centres, hospitals, aged care facilities and critical infrastructure
  • Assessment of automatic transfer switching (ATS) operation
  • Fuel system integrity checks and runtime verification
  • Compliance reports and certification documentation provided

Who Requires Compliance Testing?

Compliance testing is typically required for:

  • Hospitals and medical facilities
  • Data centres and telecommunications infrastructure
  • Aged care and disability facilities
  • High-rise commercial buildings
  • Any facility where generator failure could pose a safety or regulatory risk

Documentation You Can Rely On

We provide comprehensive compliance reports following every assessment. These documents detail the tests performed, results achieved, and any corrective actions required — giving you a clear record for insurers, auditors and regulatory bodies.

Enquire with our team to discuss your compliance testing requirements and schedule an assessment.