PAT Testing
DMH Electricals, offer PAT testing to all its clients throughout Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas. Our entire team have been carrying out PAT tests for many years now, it’s allowed us to acquire and develop our key and much needed skills to carry out the most exceptional quality of PAT testing.
When carried out correctly PAT testing will reduce and effectively eliminate the risk of electrocution or fire. Although nothing is 100% guaranteed, doing nothing is not really an option, especially if your a business owner as their are numerous legal responsibilities. With electrical accidents approximately 20 times more likely to kill the victim than any other types of accident, businesses can’t really afford to avoid PAT testing.
What is PAT Testing?
PAT testing is more commonly known as ‘Portable Appliance Testing’, and it is used to comply with the multiple health and safety legislations that have been put in place; it is a vital part of any Health and Safety policy.
PAT testing is done using a series of specialised testing procedures on your portable appliances. Because of this, the word ‘portable’ is a bit misleading. There are actually seven categories of appliance which should be considered for PAT testing or, at least, visual inspections, these include:
- Fixed appliances
- Stationary appliances
- IT appliances
- Moveable appliances
- Portable appliances
- Cables and chargers
- Hand Held appliances
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What Does a PAT Test Consist Of?
The PAT testing services that DMH Electrical offer throughout Buckinghamshire and neighbouring counties consist of a few steps. The steps that are involved in our PAT testing services include:
A visual inspection, checking for the following:
- Damaged plugs and equipment, including overheating, burn marks or discolouration
- Damaged flexes
- Correctly rated fuse
- Correctly wired plugs
We then carry out a series of tests, which may include:
- Insulation resistance
- Earth continuity testing
- Polarity tests
- Earth leakage tests
Is PAT testing a Legal Obligation?
PAT testing is not, in itself, a legal obligation. However, current UK legislation states that businesses must maintain electrical equipment in a safe condition. They also have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of employees and the public. Because PAT testing is one of the most effective ways to do this, particularly for high risk or large, complex environments, it has become a standard way of meeting this legal obligation.
Don’t delay! For more information or to book an appointment with one of our professional team, simply get in touch by calling 01908 803567. We’re here to help.