Cellular Testing (AS/CA S042) In Australia – An Overview

In December last year we developed a compliance news article highlighting the importance of emergency call testing in Australia for mobile devices.
You can find the December article here: Emergency Call Testing in Australia: Ensuring Safety and Compliance with Comtest – Comtest Group
In addition to emergency calls, there are a few more requirements within the AS/CA S042 standards that all mobile devices must adhere to. Regardless of capability, there are clauses in each standard that may apply to your device.

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Emergency Call Testing in Australia: Ensuring Safety and Compliance with Comtest

In an emergency, correct operation of a mobile phone, tablet or smart watch is paramount to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the public. The recent 3G shutdown in Australia and the government response to 2023’s Optus outage have highlighted the importance of emergency call testing for mobile devices.

Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) and the intent behind an Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) Supplier Declaration of Conformity (SDoC)

It is a common misconception that Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) compliance means that a product is certified for supply on the Australian market, and that once the RCM label is applied, any Australian importer intending to supply the product can do so without taking any further actions or considerations.

Is the RCM only Required to be placed on In Scope Electrical Equipment

Is the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) only required to be placed on “in-scope” electrical equipment (i.e. level 1, 2 or 3)? Answer: The RCM is regulated under two legal frameworks: Electrical Equipment Safety Equipment (EESS) which focuses on electrical safety. Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), which governs telecoms, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), radio and Electromagnetic Emissions…

Do battery powered products or products powered from extra-low voltage supplies need to be safety tested before being sold on the Australian market?

Do battery powered products or products powered from extra-low voltage supplies need to be safety tested before being sold on the Australian market? Although the products may not be in-scope of the Electrical Equipment Safety Scheme (EESS), State laws and Electrical Safety Acts throughout Australia require that such products have documentary evidence that they comply…

Watchdog Compliance

Watchdog Compliance Watchdog Compliance is our go-to partner for consumer law expertise. They deliver top-tier consumer law and legal compliance services tailored to your business needs. From mandatory product safety standard checks and testing referrals, to managing product notifications and recalls, Watchdog can help you to ensure your products meet consumer law requirements. They also…

RCM Compliance for End-products Using Compliant Integrated Cellular Modules

RCM Compliance for End-products Using Compliant Integrated Cellular Modules A commonly asked question is: Are radiated spurious emissions results measured on a cellular module going to be the same when the module is integrated in an end-product host device? The response to this question is “No” the radiated spurious emissions (RSE) results are not likely…

The Duality of Artificial Intelligence: Miracle or Menace?

The recent NATA Accreditation Matters Conference delved into the multifaceted discussions surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). Experts from various fields convened to explore AI’s profound implications, examining whether it is a miracle of productivity or an existential threat. This session aimed to cut through the media hype, providing a nuanced understanding of AI’s real-world impact, regulatory landscape, organisational use, and the pivotal role of NATA accreditation in building trust.

Ensuring Reliable Emergency Call Access

As the 3G network phase-out looms in Australia, concerns regarding access to emergency services have come to the forefront. The switch-off of the 3G network poses a potential threat to millions of Australians ability to make successful emergency calls. While industry is working diligently to address this issue, ensuring the reliability of emergency calls remains critical. Thorough testing over live carrier networks is essential to identify and rectify potential hazards, as simulated testing may fail to capture critical flaws in equipment design.