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Portable appliance testing (PAT testing) is an essential part of maintaining workplace safety. Our commercial electrical contractors in Manchester find a date and time that suits you, working effectively and efficiently to test your electrical appliances and ensure their safety, causing minimal disruption to you and your teams.
Carrying out comprehensive inspections of electrical appliances, our skilled team uses a professional approach, using quality testing tools to deliver high-quality results.
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We carry out PAT checks in order to safeguard individuals and properties, mitigating the risk of electrical accidents and ensuring compliance with the UK’s Legal Safety regulations for Electrical Equipment.
PAT electrical testing involves:
Our engineers can also provide:
The aim of electrical safety PAT testing is to ensure your electrical appliances are in optimal condition and to put your mind at ease that these appliances are performing and functioning safely and to a high standard.
For all, there is no set or specific time for PAT testing; site managers will often request these to be carried out as standard.
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Safe, compliant, and meeting requirements, our PAT testing services provide you with numerous benefits.
With fast response times, ongoing dedicated support, and a team qualified to carry out minor electrical repairs, speak to a member of B-Engineering today to see how we can help you.
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Electrical appliances for PAT testing can fall into three distinct classes:
Class 1 – appliances here have basic insulation that relies on earthing. These appliances should be tested every two years (with handheld appliances tested every year) and include kettles, toasters, photocopiers, etc.
Class 2 – appliances within this category should be tested every 12 months and include appliances with extra insulation, such as floor lamps, TVs, internet routers, etc.
Class 3 – within this category, items are classified as extra low voltage and include items such as cameras and laptops.
Our team is qualified and in a position to carry out approximately 30 tests within an hour, working quickly and effectively as we go, minimising disruption.
We provide all documentation and evidence to show that you have taken the right steps to keep your appliances and people safe.
This can be vital, especially when we understand that the Health and Safety Executive can issue fines for non-compliance and potentially identify safety risks.
Transparent, keeping communications easy to understand, and outlining all findings, we are here for you.
From a commercial business perspective, we understand that you need to keep your business up and running and ultimately avoid downtime at all costs.
We also know that it is your responsibility as an employer to keep your teams and people within your business safe.
That’s why we tailor our PAT testing solutions to you.
Working around your schedules and at times that suit your business needs, we provide you with what you need when you need it most.
We work with:
We aim to keep our process as simple and efficient as possible. We start by carrying out a visual inspection, checking all wiring and plugs for any visual damage, cracks, or erosion.
From here, we will then carry out a series of tests such as earth continuity, earth leakage, insulation resistance, and functional testing.
Each item must be unplugged in order for us to test it appropriately, and we use the latest testing instruments, recording all test data for reference.
From here, we will then be able to label each appliance/item with a pass or fail sticker (including the date the test was carried out), and we will include all results in the PAT test certificate.
Any items that fail the PAT test should be repaired, replaced, or removed asap and we will work with you on these appliances.
Our PAT testing contractors are experienced and professional in their approach, and we work with you and your teams to keep your electrical appliances safe and secure.
Find out more by speaking to a member of our team.
Our services include:
All PAT testing allows businesses and landlords to meet The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
Electrical portable appliance testing is a way for businesses to demonstrate that all electrical equipment and appliances are safe to use. It is a process of conducting assessments on any movable electrical appliance within a business.
It keeps appliances safe and ensures you are compliant with Health and Safety regulations.
Fixed appliance testing is testing that is carried out on all hard-wired equipment, whereas PAT testing is carried out on all movable electrical appliances, i.e., hairdryers, kettles, toasters, etc. All 230-volt electrical appliances should be PAT-tested. Cost is based on the size of the premises and building, the number of lights to be tested, and the frequency of testing that is required.
Appliances can include computers, printers, telephones, machinery, kitchen equipment, and more. These tests are also suitable for retailers, commercial businesses, workshops, warehouses, and factories.
We aim to minimise disruption to you and your business. Designing a testing solution that’s bespoke to you and flexible to your needs. Our team is fully insured, qualified, and DBS checked.
Yes! All of our engineers are qualified to carry out minor repairs and can carry out fuse and plug replacements.
