Regulation 4 of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 states that all systems should be constructed and maintained so far as reasonably practicable in order to prevent danger. To comply, portable appliances should be tested on a regular basis.
Appliances/equipment such as Portable, transportable, hand-held appliances, stationary, fixed, IT and Microwaves should be tested to ensure that the electrical equipment is in a safe and suitable condition for use and complies with current legislation.
This includes the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, the Code of Practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment, and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
Visual Inspections:
Atex Solutions can thoroughly conduct a formal visual inspection of your electrical equipment, taking into consideration:
- The environment the equipment is used in
- Good housekeeping of the equipment
- Disconnection of equipment
- The condition of the equipment
- Combined Inspection and Test
Our combined 'formal' inspection and test includes a preliminary inspection, earth continuity, an insulation resistance test and a functional check of the equipment.
Reporting:
At the end of the inspection process, the client will receive a report detailing a register of all the equipment tested, along with any and all repairs undertaken (if agreed prior to inspection process) and a faulty equipment register which will identify any defects that we have found.
Subject to the requirements of the business a label and suitable ‘Pass’ or ‘Fail’ label will be fitted to each appliance incorporating the following details:
- Unique Identification Number
- Initials of test staff
- Test date
- Re-test date
Portable appliance testing is usually carried out annually, however our PAT Testing engineers will recommend on completion of the process the interval period, taking into consideration environmental conditions and how well it has been maintained.
