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phs Compliance is the largest and most experienced provider of PAT testing in the UK. We are also the only electrical testing company in the UK to hold UKAS 17020 accreditation for the inspection of electrical installations and appliances. What is the item? Something which is handled e.g. a power tool, would be a higher risk item than a computer on a desk Filling out PAT testing certificates by hand can be a time-consuming and costly task. It’s the last thing your engineers want to worry about when wrapping up the job. There is no legal requirement to keep a record of your electrical testing, but it is strongly recommended that you do to prove your compliance to regulators, insurers and customers. This helps to protect your business. Can you PAT test with a multimeter?

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The majority of these fires are completely preventable, and ensuring electrical equipment is maintained and is safe to use is a key way for businesses to prevent electrical fires. Not only can fires cause loss of life or serious injury, but they can also destroy equipment and premises. For most portable electrical equipment in a low-risk workplace, a portable appliance test is not needed. There is no formal legislation specifying the need for PAT testing. However, it is a legal requirement to ensure that electrical equipment is safe and fit for purpose. The expected regularity of PAT testing will depend on the results of workplace risk assessment procedures. When determining the need for PAT testing, the level of risk should also be considered.

Failed appliances must not be used and should be removed immediately, either to be repaired or replaced. If the item is repaired, it must pass another PAT test before it is safe to use again. Identify what competence, training and experience is required by the user, the duty holder and the test operative carrying out the portable appliance testing of workplace equipment. Types of Equipment

Prior to the manual PAT test, a formal visual inspection of the equipment should be carried out. According to the HSE, this process usually flags up around 90% of problems and it can be carried out by a competent member of staff with the relevant training, or a professional. PAT testing forms are provided only by approved contractors who are registered with the NICEIC/ECA. Persons performing testing who are permitted to offer PAT testing certificates have to be deemed competent to perform these tests. The electrical class and category of the item are the two main factors specific to the requirement for PAT testing. Electrical testing should be carried out in accordance with appliance classes, which are outlined in the IET code of practice. This applies to electrical equipment supplied at voltages up to and including 1000V AC or 1500V DC between conductors, or 600V AC or 900V DC between conductors and earth. Lastly, many insurance firms require businesses to complete regular PAT inspections. Conducting PAT to maintain high levels of safety in the workplace will make the insurance company view the business favourably.

Unless you have a very good understanding of the workings of electrical equipment, and the relevant training to be able to use and fully understand portable appliance testers, it is not recommended that you carry out your own PAT test. It could put you, your business and other users at risk. Always seek a fully qualified and experienced professional to carry out the testing. Electrical equipment can become damaged, develop faults, or the parts may deteriorate. This can happen for a number of reasons and, if not identified, can have serious consequences. Using electrical appliances or equipment that is not completely safe can result in serious injuries or even death. PAT testing certificates will not show specific details of each individual appliance that has been tested. The detailed report will show this information. The certificate is an official form that provides proof of property being tested so that business owners can show their compliance with regulations. A label will be attached to appliances showing which have failed and which have passed PAT testing successfully. None of the remaining equipment in use was thought to present a high risk, so the manager decided that full portable appliance testing was not needed for these items.PAT testing is essential for businesses in the UK. Ensuring that electrical equipment is properly maintained can help prevent accidents in the workplace. Dorset Fire Protection stated that a quarter of all fires in the workplace are caused by faulty or incorrect use of electrics. This amounts to nearly 6,000 fires every year! This could be as a result of electrical faults or because of electrical equipment being misused. Once a PAT test has been completed, the PAT testing professional will be able to make a recommendation regarding the best course of action. This may include repairing the appliance or replacing all or part of the appliance.