Pat Testing Services
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Why IC Electrical Services?
As an ELECSA Part P approved contractor, I C Electrical Services gives you the security of knowing that all our work is to the highest standards, as laid down in BS7671: 2008. Qualified to City & Guilds 2382 17th Edtion wiring regulations , 2392 Inspection & Testing , 2377 Pat Testing
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Portable Appliance Equipment
It is usual for this equipment to be connected to the supply via a plug and socket, however this is not a requirement for electrical equipment to be deemed portable or transportable. It is common to define a portable appliance by saying that it is 'anything with a plug top on the end of it'. This is a mistake as it may mean that there are some appliances in the system that are never tested.
Examples of equipment that require Pat Testing Are:
vacuum cleaners-toasters-electric fires-air conditioning units-hair dryers-refrigerators-bathroom heaters-electric cookers-Information technology equipment such as computers and mains powered telecommunications equipment, and other equipment for general business use, such as mail processing machines, VDU's & photocopiers
Why do you need a Portable Appliance Equipment Testing programme?
Pat testing or portable appliance testing is an important part of any health & safety policy.
The Health & Safety Executive states that 25% of all reportable electrical accidents involve portable appliances. The Electricity at Work Regulations place a legal responsibility on employers, employees and self-employed persons to comply with the provisions of the regulations and take reasonably practicable steps to ensure that no danger results from the use of such equipment. This in effect requires the implementation of a systematic and regular program of maintenance, inspection and testing. The Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) places such an obligation in the following circumstances:
1. Where appliances are used by employees.
2. Where the public may use appliances in establishments such as hospitals, schools, hotels, shops etc.
3. Where appliances are supplied or hired.
4. Where appliances are repaired or serviced.
The level of inspection and testing required is dependant upon the risk of the appliance becoming faulty, which is in turn dependant upon the type of appliance, the nature of its use and the environment in which it is used.
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