PAT testing in the workplace is it required?
UK legislation requires businesses to ensure PAT testing in the workplace is carried out, to verify that their electrical equipment is correctly maintained in order…
PAT Testing Services Worcester: 01527 531 198
Portable appliance testing is essential for all businesses, organisations and schools in Worcester to ensure that your staff and customers are always safe
According to government statistics, over 25% of electrical fires in the UK are caused by faulty electrical appliances and leads. This has lead to insurance companies and HSE inspectors requiring proof that electrical equipment has been maintained to a safe standard via regular testing and inspection, most commonly in the form of a PAT Test.
It is a company/landlord/organisations responsibility to ensure that any appliances that are provided for use by employees, students or the general public must be visually and electrically tested to ensure that they are safe to use. The electrical items must be regularly visually and electrically tested by a competent person. Any settlements with insurance claims could be affected if they are not. Insurance companies can ask to see test certificates for any claim caused by an electrical item
Our portable appliance testing engineers will visit your premises and complete a full inspection and test of each of your electrical appliances. Test records and certification are then emailed to the company in an electronic format which can be presented to interested parties (insurance companies, health and safety representatives/inspectors etc). Our engineers will repair any damage to cables or plugs as far as possible
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT Testing) is the testing and inspection of in service electrical appliances in a workplace, public area, educational establishment or landlords property.
It must be carried out by a competent person. Our Worcester engineers are National Certificate trained, City & Guilds qualified and have over 15 years in electrical testing experience.
Both landlords and employers are responsible for any portable appliances that are supplied and they must ensure that this electrical equipment conforms to the correct health and safety regulations.
For peace of mind, employers and landlords in Worcester should ensure that all portable appliances have been tested.
Our experienced PAT testers are fully qualified, professional and knowledgeable.
We will work with your requirements to provide an efficient, hassle free test of your premises with as little disruption to your business as possible. Contact us today for a free no obligation quotation
UK legislation requires businesses to ensure PAT testing in the workplace is carried out, to verify that their electrical equipment is correctly maintained in order…