Portable Appliance Testing

PAT Testing by Brown and Payne

  • PAT testing is carried out by qualified engineers.
  • Each appliance given a sticker and a schedule of appliances tested will be sent out on completion.
  • Competitive rates, depending on amount of items.

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Brown and Payne can provide a full safety test on the supply of your home or business to BS7671 2008 IEE Wiring Regulations. This includes the fuse board, RCD, earthing arrangements, wiring, fixtures and fittings (i.e. lights, sockets, switches), installation methods, loose connections etc.

What is Portable Appliance Testing or PAT testing?
A:Pat testing or portable appliance testing is an important part of any health & safety policy.

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:

  • Where appliances are used by employees.
  • Where the public may use appliances in establishments such as hospitals, schools, hotels, shops etc.
  • Where appliances are supplied or hired.
  • 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.

Legal Requirements: Read more at http://www.opsi.gov.uk

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