The operation and maintenance of electrical appliances comprise the use, servicing and maintenance, inspections, repairs and modifications of the appliances. Owners and holders of electrical appliances shall ensure that the appliance poses no hazard to anyone.
Owners/holders of electrical appliances (often consumers) are responsible for placing, using and maintaining appliances in such a way that they pose no hazard to anyone.
Tukes conducts practical surveillance mainly on the basis of notifications and suspicions expressed by consumers. Operation and maintenance also includes advisory services and the investigation of any accidents.