Nationwide Electrical Safety Checks
Keep everyday electrical equipment safely in use with professional portable appliance testing. Our C&G 2377 trained, NICEIC approved technicians provide nationwide coverage, with basic maintenance and individual equipment results included.
From office computers to kitchen appliances, electrical equipment needs care throughout its working life. PAT testing combines visual inspection with appropriate electrical tests to help identify faults, including those that aren't visible from the outside.
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What's Included in Your PAT Testing Visit?
A trained technician attends your premises to inspect your electrical equipment and carry out the tests appropriate to each item.
Our package includes:
- On-site visit from a C&G 2377 trained, NICEIC approved PAT tester
- Visual inspections and appropriate electrical tests
- Basic maintenance, including fuse replacements and minor wiring repairs
- Labels showing individual inspection and test outcomes
- A PAT testing report and certification for the completed work
PAT Test Report Helps You Plan Maintenance
Your PAT test report records the outcome for individual items, with equipment labels making those results easier to identify on site. Labels and records are useful management tools.
Keep the report as part of your electrical maintenance records. Reviewing previous results alongside reported faults can help you identify equipment needing closer attention and decide when further checks are appropriate.
Get Your PAT Testing Quote
You can request a quote for your PAT testing using the form below. Once you have submitted the form a member of our servicing team will be in touch with your quote.
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Compliant Testing with Clear Results
Carrying out PAT testing requires suitable equipment and the knowledge to understand what the results mean. Our technicians are trained to C&G 2377 in the inspection and testing of electrical equipment and are NICEIC approved PAT testers.
They carry relevant identification on site and use their training to assess each item appropriately. This reflects HSE guidance on testing competence, which explains the knowledge and practical skills needed for combined inspection and testing.
Portable Appliance Testing For Everyday Items
Portable appliance testing (PAT) can cover a wide range of plug-in equipment, from computers and printers to microwaves and phone chargers. The checks needed depend on the equipment's construction and the risks associated with its use.
Visual inspection is an essential part of the process. It can identify damaged cables or plugs, while electrical testing can reveal certain faults that aren't apparent by looking at the item.
Choose Your Testing Frequency
Electrical equipment doesn't all wear at the same rate. An appliance that stays on a desk in a dry office faces different conditions from equipment regularly moved or used in a demanding environment.
Inspection and testing frequency should reflect those risks. Consider how equipment is handled and the likelihood of damage, then review your schedule using previous findings.
The legal duty is to maintain electrical equipment so it doesn't cause danger. There's no universal requirement to PAT test every appliance annually.
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Is PAT testing a legal requirement?
PAT testing isn’t specifically required by law. The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require electrical equipment to be maintained so it doesn’t cause danger, but don’t prescribe annual PAT testing. Appropriate inspection and testing can form part of how you meet that duty.
How often does PAT testing need to be done?
PAT testing frequency depends on the equipment, its use and the conditions it’s exposed to. Items that are frequently moved or likely to suffer damage may need more frequent checks than equipment in a low-risk environment. Review your schedule using previous results and any faults reported.
Which appliances need PAT testing?
The appliances needing PAT testing depend on the risks involved. Plug-in equipment such as computers, kitchen appliances and chargers may fall within your maintenance programme, but some low-risk items may only need visual inspection. New equipment normally needs a visual check for damage rather than a formal test. PAT testing doesn’t cover the building’s fixed wiring.
What happens if an appliance fails a PAT test?
An appliance found to be unsafe should be taken out of use until it’s repaired and confirmed safe, or replaced. Our package includes basic maintenance such as fuse replacements and minor wiring repairs. More extensive faults may need specialist attention.
Do I need an electrician to do PAT testing?
You don’t have to use an electrician for PAT testing, but the person carrying it out must be competent. They need appropriate equipment and the knowledge to use it correctly and interpret the results. Our technicians are trained to C&G 2377 and are NICEIC approved PAT testers.
Can you offer PAT testing near me?
Safelincs provides PAT testing at premises across the UK through our nationwide technician coverage. Submit your location and equipment details using the booking form, and our Servicing Team will contact you to arrange a suitable date.
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