DOCUMENTATION AND OTHER VENDOR REQUIREMENTS FOR PORTABLE OUTDOOR LIGHTING LITHIUM

ELECTRICAL SAFETY REPORT COVERING:

IEC 62133-2:2017
Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes
Specifies requirements and tests for the safe operation of portable sealed secondary lithium cells and batteries containing non-acid electrolyte, under intended use and reasonably foreseeable misuse.

LITHIUM
If a rechargeable lithium battery is used, the battery, its charger and the device itself  must meet the current company Lithium Battery Standard.
The actual requirements depend on the battery capacity, and how close a proximity to the user's body it is likley to be used. See QA for more details.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
 Electrical safety report for the device (Laptop etc) that shows a clear picture of the battery used.
NB: If the battery does not physically match the one shown in the report (regardless of any printed-on model number), it suggest a different battery factory was used, and the product may be rejected
 Battery Safety Report to the current version of
IEC 62133-2
Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes 
Safety requirements for portable sealed secondary cells, and for batteries made from them, for use in portable applications
 Manufacturer's Data Sheet for the battery
 Schematic Diagram that shows the battery protection circuit used (may be incorporated in above document)
 Evidence of UL certification of the battery used

"STANDALONE" LITHIUM  BATTERIES USING LITHIUM IRON PHOSPHATE (LIFEPO4) TECHNOGY:
1. All Batteries must have their actual capacity confirmed in both Amp-Hours and Watt-Hours
2. With "Lead-Acid replacement" types with internal Battery Management System (BMS):
 Re-setting battery BMS after low-voltage cutout must not require more than the rated terminal voltage. (Eg, a 12 Volt battery should only require 12V to re-set it).
 Maximum rated discharge and charge currents must be confirmed by actual testing

PLUGPACK
If a device is supplied with a separate plugpack power supply or charger, 
all compliance documentation relevant to that is also required.
The preferred electrical safety report covers the current versions of these standards:
AS/NZS AS/NZS 61558.1
AS/NZS 61558.2.6 (for iron core transformer type)
AS/NZS 61558.2.16 (for switchmode type)
AS/NZS 3112:2017+A1:2021 (for adaptor with integral pins).
Note:  AS/NZS 3112+A1: 2021 covers the AC plug portion and NOW includes impact (tumble) testing. Approval certificates that were based on test reports to AS/NZS3112:2017 (ie without +A1:2021) became invalid on June 2022, regardless of their expiry date!
"Brick" type adaptors with detachable power leads do not require AS/NZS3112.
Safety reports to the AS/NZS 62368.1 standard  (Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment) will now ONLY be accepted if the Approval certificate specifically names the device it is intended to power. (Eg "To power XY1234 radio.") 
For "standalone" (general purpose)  plugpacks, ONLY the 61558 test standards can be used, plus the relevant parts of  AS/NZS 3112+A1: 2021.
Note: You can use reports to European versions of these standards (Eg EN 61558.2.6 instead of AS/NZS 61558.2.6)  but they must either mention the "Australian Variations," or a "Top Up" report must be obtained that covers the Australian requirements not covered by the overseas version of the standard, AND testing to the relevant parts of AS/NZS 3112+A1: 2021 is still required.

DECLARED ARTICLE 
An AC Adaptor is a declared (AKA Proclaimed or  Prescribed) article. It consequently requires a current Australian Approval certificate. 
NB: The date on the Electrical Safety Report must be earlier than the date on the Approval Certificate! A later date means it is not the report that the Approval Certificate is based on. (In that case, the Approval must be updated). 
It must also be registered by the importer on the EESS (ERAC) Database.
NB! In all states except NSW, "wildcard" model numbers (eg "ABCxxxyyy" where "xxx" and "yyy" represent voltage and current codes) are no longer permitted on Approval Certificates. The certificate ("RECS type") must list all the model numbers it covers.
The NSW "REAS" type still allows "wildcards," so that type will need to carry the "NSWXXXX" approval number. Most private regulators (eg SAA Approvals) now issue dual RECS/REAS types.

In New Zealand:
 The retailer must sign and keep an on hand an sDoc (Statutory Declaration of Compliance) as well as keep copies of all relevant Approval documentation.
The  rating label must also carry any mandatory text described on its approval certificate.
 In NZ the rating label must now specifically indicate that the product  is designed to be able to work on 230 Volt mains. A product just labelled "240V"  (meaning "up to 240V") is now deemed to be "unsafe"! The label can specificaly state 230V, or 230V can be within the allowable range of voltages, eg "100 - 250V,"

POWER CORD
If the adaptor uses a separate power lead, we require current Australian Approvals Certificates for: 
  The mains cord
 The mains plug 
 The appliance connector (if a detachable cord is used). 
This is IN ADDITION  to the Approval Certificate for the plugpack itself, if applicable.

EMC  REPORT
An EMC report to the current version of AS/NZS CISPR 32 (or European equivalent) is required, either as a standalone report, or if a "bundled" plugpack, preferably as part of the report for the device it is meant to power.
(NZ ONLY) HARMONICS AND FLICKER REPORT COVERING:
AS/NZS 61000.3.2:2013 
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)-Limits - Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current = 16 A per phase)

ENERGY EFFICIENCY (MEPS/GEMS) REPORT TO
AS/NZS 4665.1:2005+A1
 Performance of external power supplies - Test method and energy performance mark, AND:
AS/NZS 4665.2:2005
Performance of external power supplies - Minimum energy performance standard (MEPS) requirements
The adaptor must also be registered on the www.energyrating.gov datatbase, and carry the appropriate efficiency rating marking.
Note: Battery chargers that incorporate  an actual  battery management cycle are exempt from GEMS.
However, if  the charging cycle circuitry is not incorporated in the power supply body (ie it is built into the battery or charging base), then the power supply is captured by GEMS.

DEC-LABELLING
This item is either a declared article itself, or it contains declared articles (240V lead components, AC adaptor etc).
All declared articles must be labelled  in accordance with  the requirements of their approval certificates.
Currently (2023) items with approvals issued by the NSW Dept of Fair Trading must be marked with their "NSWXXXXX" approval number. With approvals issued by all other authorized bodies (SAA approvals, UL etc), provided the approval is registered on the ERAC database, the item can be marked with just an RCM. 
However there is nothing to stop you putting both the approval number AND the RCM on the label. With the current state of confusion about ERAC, that is the recommended procedure .

EMC REPORT COVERING:

AS/NZS CISPR 14.1:2021
Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus: Emission

OTHER MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

PLUGPACK
If a device is supplied with a separate plugpack power supply or charger, 
all compliance documentation relevant to that is also required.
The preferred electrical safety report covers the current versions of these standards:
AS/NZS AS/NZS 61558.1
AS/NZS 61558.2.6 (for iron core transformer type)
AS/NZS 61558.2.16 (for switchmode type)
AS/NZS 3112:2017+A1:2021 (for adaptor with integral pins).
Note:  AS/NZS 3112+A1: 2021 covers the AC plug portion and NOW includes impact (tumble) testing. Approval certificates that were based on test reports to AS/NZS3112:2017 (ie without +A1:2021) became invalid on June 2022, regardless of their expiry date!
"Brick" type adaptors with detachable power leads do not require AS/NZS3112.
Safety reports to the AS/NZS 62368.1 standard  (Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment) will now ONLY be accepted if the Approval certificate specifically names the device it is intended to power. (Eg "To power XY1234 radio.") 
For "standalone" (general purpose)  plugpacks, ONLY the 61558 test standards can be used, plus the relevant parts of  AS/NZS 3112+A1: 2021.
Note: You can use reports to European versions of these standards (Eg EN 61558.2.6 instead of AS/NZS 61558.2.6)  but they must either mention the "Australian Variations," or a "Top Up" report must be obtained that covers the Australian requirements not covered by the overseas version of the standard, AND testing to the relevant parts of AS/NZS 3112+A1: 2021 is still required.

DECLARED ARTICLE 
An AC Adaptor is a declared (AKA Proclaimed or  Prescribed) article. It consequently requires a current Australian Approval certificate. 
NB: The date on the Electrical Safety Report must be earlier than the date on the Approval Certificate! A later date means it is not the report that the Approval Certificate is based on. (In that case, the Approval must be updated). 
It must also be registered by the importer on the EESS (ERAC) Database.
NB! In all states except NSW, "wildcard" model numbers (eg "ABCxxxyyy" where "xxx" and "yyy" represent voltage and current codes) are no longer permitted on Approval Certificates. The certificate ("RECS type") must list all the model numbers it covers.
The NSW "REAS" type still allows "wildcards," so that type will need to carry the "NSWXXXX" approval number. Most private regulators (eg SAA Approvals) now issue dual RECS/REAS types.

In New Zealand:
 The retailer must sign and keep an on hand an sDoc (Statutory Declaration of Compliance) as well as keep copies of all relevant Approval documentation.
The  rating label must also carry any mandatory text described on its approval certificate.
 In NZ the rating label must now specifically indicate that the product  is designed to be able to work on 230 Volt mains. A product just labelled "240V"  (meaning "up to 240V") is now deemed to be "unsafe"! The label can specificaly state 230V, or 230V can be within the allowable range of voltages, eg "100 - 250V,"

POWER CORD
If the adaptor uses a separate power lead, we require current Australian Approvals Certificates for: 
  The mains cord
 The mains plug 
 The appliance connector (if a detachable cord is used). 
This is IN ADDITION  to the Approval Certificate for the plugpack itself, if applicable.

EMC  REPORT
An EMC report to the current version of AS/NZS CISPR 32 (or European equivalent) is required, either as a standalone report, or if a "bundled" plugpack, preferably as part of the report for the device it is meant to power.
(NZ ONLY) HARMONICS AND FLICKER REPORT COVERING:
AS/NZS 61000.3.2:2013 
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)-Limits - Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current = 16 A per phase)

ENERGY EFFICIENCY (MEPS/GEMS) REPORT TO
AS/NZS 4665.1:2005+A1
 Performance of external power supplies - Test method and energy performance mark, AND:
AS/NZS 4665.2:2005
Performance of external power supplies - Minimum energy performance standard (MEPS) requirements
The adaptor must also be registered on the www.energyrating.gov datatbase, and carry the appropriate efficiency rating marking.
Note: Battery chargers that incorporate  an actual  battery management cycle are exempt from GEMS.
However, if  the charging cycle circuitry is not incorporated in the power supply body (ie it is built into the battery or charging base), then the power supply is captured by GEMS.

DEC-LABELLING
This item is either a declared article itself, or it contains declared articles (240V lead components, AC adaptor etc).
All declared articles must be labelled  in accordance with  the requirements of their approval certificates.
Currently (2023) items with approvals issued by the NSW Dept of Fair Trading must be marked with their "NSWXXXXX" approval number. With approvals issued by all other authorized bodies (SAA approvals, UL etc), provided the approval is registered on the ERAC database, the item can be marked with just an RCM. 
However there is nothing to stop you putting both the approval number AND the RCM on the label. With the current state of confusion about ERAC, that is the recommended procedure .

PSI-GEN
Pre-Shipment Inspection: Standard Checking Requirements for All Products
1. Factory address of PSI location MUST match address shown on initial Brief. (Critical Failure). Inspectors must take reasonable steps to verify that goods Inspected were actually made on those  premises.
2. GB internal packing must match specification (ie styrfoam, recycled fibreboard etc) and products must survive specified-height  drop test of outer carton, without obvious damage to product Giftbox.
3.  Labelling of outer carton must match supplied Data
4. Artwork of giftbox must match supplied artwork
5. Packed IM must match supplied Artwork
6. Warranty information either in manual or as separate document must match supplied documentation /artwork.

PSI-240V
Pre-Shipment Inspection: Additional Checking Requirements for all mains-powered electrical products.
1. All critical components listed in Safety report must be identified and photos inserted in PSI report
2. Internal construction and wiring must match safety report. Internal Photos of an inspected sample must be included 
3. Markings on Appliance, Plug, Cord and Appliance connector (if used) must match the requirements of their approval certificates.
 
4. If any approval date shows due to expire 6 months or less  after date of inspection, shipment must be marked "Fail" pending confirmation manufacturer intends to renew. 
5. Mechanical operations (switches etc) must be tested for the  specified number of operations.

6.  Timers must be tested for timing accuracy
  
7. For high-power heating appliances (heaters, irons etc) and lighting products, actual measured  Power consumption must match rating label.
8. Internal construction and layout must match photos in EMC report. (Same photos as for Safety report).
9. A high-voltage (HIPOT) insulation test must be carried out, as per the safety report. If the factory does not have such facilities in-house, they will need to explain the method they use to confirm safety compliance.

DOC-QUAL
QUALITY OF COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTATION
For most electrical appliances, ideally there should be no more than about 7 documents, including approval certificates.  It is expected that suppliers will have all these documents in place prior to the tendering process. 

1.NO EVALUATION CAN COMMENCE AND NO ORDERS CAN BE PLACED UNTIL SUITABLE QUALITY DOCUMENTATION  HAS BEEN SIGHTED BY QA.
2. THE FACT THAT DOCUMENTATION MEETS OUR DOCUMENT QUALITY STANDARDS DOES NOT NECESSARILY MEAN THE DOCUMENTS ARE ACCEPTABLE. THE PRODUCT STILL MUST BE SHOWN TO MATCH THE REPORTS.

Documents may be rejected for any of the following reasons:

 Test reports that are more than 3 years old
 Test reports from labs with insufficient accreditation
 Test reports that cover an unreasonable range of models, or completely unrelated models
 Illegible Documents that are not original PDFs from lab or certifying body (Scans of paper documents are NOT acceptable)
 Test reports that do not include clear identifying photos
 Test reports that mention Photo annexes which are not supplied 
 Electrical safety reports with a later date than the Approval certificate
 Electrical Safety reports that do not address Australian Regional Differences.
 Documents with unexplained discrepancies between PDF date and issue date
 Documents that are only Drafts, and/or unsigned and/or undated 
 Documents that are made up of more than 4 PDF sections (including Photo Annexe)
 Documents that are missing pages
  Mixtures of model-specific and irrelevant documents (so-called "shovelware"). That is, supplying a large stack of unsorted files and expecting  QA  to find for the relevant ones. 

