ASSET PAT testing

28/10/2020

Testing of electrical equipment and the safety of employees are of paramount importance to us.

In these troubled times, rest assured that our services are still available to all. Our staff are Enhanced DBS certified and carry photographic confirmation of their identity at all times. Masks, anti-bac and gloves are available should you ask our staff to wear them.

Following our visit, all items will be listed on spreadsheets to minimise cross-contamination.

If you are interested in our services, please do hesitate to get in touch and remember,

Stay Safe!

Providing Portable Appliance Testing in the local Community since 1992

12/05/2020

I know things are strange at the moment, rest assured that once normality has been restored, so will normal service. Until then, lockdown allows us to visit small businesses and the like so please get in contact should you require our services

28/10/2019

No job too large or too small, 1 of 4 like this to be completed during half term.

29/07/2019

One of many in a school of this size

29/07/2019

This is the library at the new school I am working at today, expected time to finish the whole school is 4 weeks

19/06/2019

What needs to be PAT Tested?

If you have an appliance that has a plug that is intended to be connected to a wall socket or generator, it qualifies as needing to be PAT tested. This can include items such as electric drills, monitors, printers, PCs, kettles and larger items like photocopiers, vending machines and others

16/06/2019

15/06/2019

The current law requires that all employers maintain portable appliances and ensure their safety. ... PAT testing law requires that all landlords, employers and even self-employed individuals make sure that their portable electrical appliances are safe and are suitable and used for the purposes intended.

28/05/2019

Starting today, new client, school in Weston super Mare. Anticipated time on site of 4 days, always easier to visit schools during holiday time

05/07/2018

PAT testing is required by employers, landlords and self-employed to ensure safety of portable appliances. The Health & Safety Executive provides no set rule on PAT testing frequency, only that testing should be done regularly to ensure preventative maintenance. The reason that there is no set frequency is because different situations arise that call for different measures. There are a number of factors that affect PAT testing frequency and it is up to each individual to determine when testing should be carried out.

In order to determine how often you should have your appliances tested, you should bear in mind a few different factors:

Equipment that is used more should be tested more frequently. This equipment is likely to suffer less damage than that used regularly.
If people using equipment report any damages as they become noticeable, there is less chance of a major hazard. If equipment regularly receives damage or abuse that is not reported then inspections and testing are required more frequently.
The type of equipment in question is a major factor in determining PAT testing frequency. Hand held appliances are more likely to become damaged than those that are stationary. Class 1 appliances carry the greatest risk of danger and should be tested more often.
Although there are no requirements for PAT testing frequency, there are recommendations:

Offices, Shops and Hotels – Class 1 equipment including stationary and IT equipment should be tested every 48 months. Moveable equipment such as extension leads and portable equipment should be tested every 24 months. Handheld equipment should be tested every 12 months.

Schools – All Class 1 equipment in schools should be PAT tested every 12 months. Class 2 equipment should be tested every 48 months.

Public Use Equipment – Stationary and IT equipment such as computers should be tested every 12 months. Moveable, Portable and Handheld equipment falling into Class 2 should be tested every 12 months. Moveable, Portable and Handheld equipment falling into Class 1 should be tested every 6 months.

Construction – All 110V equipment used on construction sites should be tested every 3 months.

Industrial – All industrial sites, including commercial kitchens should have Portable and Handheld equipment tested every 6 months. Stationary, IT and Moveable equipment should be tested every 12 months.

01/05/2018

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