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Offices, shops and hotels – Class 1 devices including IT equipment should be tested every 48 months. Portable equipment such as extension leads should be tested every 24 months. Handheld equipment should be tested every 12 months Instruments - You or your employees must have access to sufficient instruments to carry out tests relevant to your scope of work as well as in date calibration certificates for this equipment where applicable. Once a PAT test has been completed, the PAT testing professional will be able to make a recommendation regarding the best course of action. This may include repairing the appliance or replacing all or part of the appliance. This section explains the differences between electrical equipment such as portable equipment and fixed appliances. Classes of Equipment Construction The PAT scheme covers Portable Appliance Testing and, if relevant to your work, Fixed Appliance Testing (FAT) such as storage heaters, cookers and hand driers. All such work must be done by someone with sufficient competence. Scheme Details

Discover how electrical certificates software can streamline your entire documentation process, from start to finish! The formal visual inspection should be carried out by someone competent with an appropriate level of knowledge. In low-risk environments, a member of staff could be tasked with this if they were given the right training. The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 also place a legal responsibility on employers (or ‘duty holders’) to ensure electrical equipment does not pose any risk to users.Suitable for use on Windows-based computers, the software comes preloaded with all of the forms required for certifying the compliance of electrical installations with the current 17 th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671), and for providing clients with documented proof of PAT test results.

Training Course Booking Form - print out this document if you want to make a booking on our training courses (You don't need this form if you book and pay online, although you should use it if you want us to invoice you afterwards, or if you want to make a postal booking.) Understand what to do before and during tests including: in-service, Class I appliances, Class II appliances, fixed appliances, appliance cable sets, extension leads, multi-way adapters and RCD adapters. This section also details how to test hire equipment. Electrical Tests Who uses the item? A trained member of staff is a lower risk than an untrained member of the public Is the item moved? Damage is associated with movement… the more it is moved, the higher the risk value One of the first advantages your team will notice is access to unlimited PAT testing certificates. Digital certificates ensure there’s one less thing to store in your vans, and fewer physical records to maintain in the office.

Advanced PAT testing kits are suitable for users with a high level of technical knowledge and expertise. These advanced systems are particularly well suited to facilities management, as they allow for the recording of the location and test status of equipment and appliances. Some of these systems can also transfer the test results to computers for digital interpretation. Test records can be maintained with PAT software.

Only the vacuum cleaner was thought to present a high risk, so the manager decided to get this tested after twelve months and review this after 24 months.Another problem is the issue of making copies. As you know, most of the time, your engineers will need to produce multiple PAT testing certificates per job. The legislation did not mention who should conduct the PAT test or what qualifications the person has, only that he or she be competent. The Institution of Electrical Engineers defines a competent person as having adequate knowledge of electricity and sufficient electrical work experience. Additionally, he or she should know how to perform a visual inspection, understand the precautions to take, and recognize whether it is safe for the test to continue. Technically, all organizations that use electrical appliances in their place of work are required to undergo PAT testing, from private companies to health clubs and universities. Businesses are labelled as high, medium, or low risk based on three factors, the risk level of the environment, the type of equipment used, and who uses them. phs Compliance is the largest and most experienced provider of PAT testing in the UK. We are also the only electrical testing company in the UK to hold UKAS 17020 accreditation for the inspection of electrical installations and appliances. Employers have responsibility for electrical appliance testing. However, it's quite common for this duty to be assigned to a ‘competent person’. The competent person should:

Producing one document for a new domestic installation is time-consuming enough, but having to fill out potentially dozens for a single job can be an administrative nightmare. It’s not simply a matter of photocopying the document either, as each appliance will have different specifications and features. When done correctly by a qualified and experienced professional, PAT testing does not cause any damage to electrical equipment. There are no rules around how often your equipment needs a PAT test. It is entirely down to the ‘duty holder’ (the person tasked with responsibility for electrical equipment) to assess the risk level and decide on the frequency of inspections. This is usually determined by the type of equipment, how often it is being used and whether the working environment is considered high risk or low risk. However, in high risk environments, or when the equipment requires an inspection and manual testing, it is always advised to use an experienced and qualified professional with expertise in the field. They should be well-trained and have the correct equipment for the job. This section explains in detail, PAT testing frequency based on the IET code of practice for in-service inspection. Record KeepingProfessionals expected to perform testing duties will ideally complete the PAT testing course. It will also be necessary to invest in appropriate PAT testing equipment. How Often Should Equipment Be PAT Tested? Please note that PAT testing has changed due to the new 5th Edition guidance launched in Sept 2020. PAT testing is the most efficient way of ensuring that a business is adhering to legislation. Indeed, it is the most favoured electrical testing system in the UK. If legislation regarding electrical safety is not adhered to, businesses in the UK can face an unlimited fine or even imprisonment. Prior to the manual PAT test, a formal visual inspection of the equipment should be carried out. According to the HSE, this process usually flags up around 90% of problems and it can be carried out by a competent member of staff with the relevant training, or a professional.