If you are a business owner in Derby and unsure if you need to have your portable appliances safety checked then please read on… in this guide Stator Electrical Solutions will explain the regulations to you and can help ensure you keep your business safe.
What is PAT Testing?
Portable Appliance Testing or PAT Testing in short is a procedure put in place to ensure that all businesses portable electric equipment is safe for all those who may use it. This is in accordance with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations of 1994 meaning that items will be fully tested and inspected for their safety and yours. It can help identify any hazards or potential hazards enabling them to be rectified avoiding injury or worse.
Sadly more often than not PAT Testing is not carried out fully or correctly but at Stator Electrical Derby our electricians will open every plug in order to inspect and check the wiring making sure all terminals are secure and that the correct fuse has been fitted. We have the most up to date calibrated testing equipment that will then be used before issuing a PAT test certificate. You will be provided with a list of items that we have tested for you detailing all the results and can offer this in varying formats.
Regulations of PAT Testing Derby
Commercial and industrial business owners in the United Kingdom including Derby have a duty of care to ensure all their portable appliances and equipment are made safe, kept well maintained and are in good working order which can be easily achieved by periodic testing carried out by Stator Electrical. Wear and tear are inevitable with the daily use our electricals endure which in turn can create damage and defects. To avoid these and ensure safety at all times PAT Testing Derby can help. Ultimately any electrical that is “moveable” is tested. The Government states that in order to comply with The Health and Safety Act 1974 PAT Testing must be carried out. There are other Acts that have since followed this that support the need for PAT Testing.
How often does PAT Testing Derby need to be carried out?
Here at Stator Electrical Solutions we keep up to date with PAT Testing Regulations and can advise business owners of Derby that currently the recommendation is for PAT Testing to be carried out annually being roughly every 12 months. However if any portable appliance has undergone any notable changes it should be brought forward and if the equipment is moved on a regular basis i.e. more than once a month it should also be tested this frequently.
Why can’t we test ourselves, why Stator Electrical Solutions?
Here at Stator Electrical Solutions we have all the knowledge and hands on experience when it comes to all things electrical. We are accomplished in PAT Testing Derby and our uncompromised methods means we fully understand all electrical systems and how to uphold safety. We understand the dangers electrical appliances can present and take all the precautions necessary. Finally we are aware and understand all the rules and regulations in this area meaning your PAT Testing Derby should only be carried out by the experts… US!
So hesitate no more. Call Stator Electrical for your PAT Testing Derby needs on 01332 215113.
