Testing

Electrical Testing and Rectification Work

Why is electrical testing so important to you? Well, we all know that electricity can kill, but did you know that approximately 1000 incidents involving electric shock or burns at work are reported to Health & Safety each year? Even non-fatal shocks can cause severe and permanent injury. Shocks from faulty equipment can lead to falls from access equipment, ladders etc.

But, be aware, it is not only those using electricity that may be at risk; poorly maintained electrical installations or faulty appliances can lead to fires which can of course in turn lead to serious injury or worse. But most accidents can be avoided by asking us to formulate an electrical testing plan for your business.

Electrical Rectification Work

Any minor problems which come to light during testing can often be rectified quickly and effectively by Electrical Estimates highly trained and motivated engineers. Occasionally, more serious maintenance issues arise and these can be dealt with by a return visit from one of our qualified electrical maintenance personnel.

As with all electrical services provided by Electrical Estimates our qualified electrical maintenance personnel can arrange to visit at a date and time to suit you.

For no fuss information, an informal chat or for a fixed quotation please do not hesitate to get in touch. Our dedicated and skilled staff will only be too pleased to answer any queries you may have on any electrical testing service we can help you with.

Testing

Testing and inspection of installations is necessary as they deteriorate with age. This is due to a number of factors such as damage, wear and tear, corrosion, excessive electrical loading and environmental influences. It’s easy to take electricity for granted- just flick a switch and the light comes on. But electricity can also be an invisible danger that causes shocks severe burns, fires, and even death, as well as property damage from fires and explosions. In some cases there is no warning of the danger to come; fortunately with a proper system of inspection and testing, you can protect your family, property and yourself.

All periodic inspection reporting carried out by electrical estimates is comprehensive, detailed and very thorough, to the industry standard BS7671 2008

All works carried our by electrical estimates, will be insurance backed, carried out by Qualified persons, and meet the guidelines set down by NICIEC.

Portable Appliance Testing

PAT Testing, or Portable Appliance Testing, must be undertaken in order for companies to fully comply with the Electricity At Work Regulations. Testing is required because, during everyday use, electrical appliances can become worn or damaged. This can result in appliances becoming unsafe so a proper maintenance schedule is essential for businesses. PAT Testing, as carried out by Electrical Estimates is therefore a documented method of electrical maintenance which companies are required to undertake on all their portable appliances.

What Is A Portable Appliance?

Quite simply a portable appliance is any piece of electrical equipment that can be moved from area to area and reconnected to the supply via a plug and socket system.

Why Do We Need PAT Testing?

The most important reasons for carrying out Portable Appliance Testing is to comply with the Electricity At Work Regulations. Risk of fire and injury due to faulty electrical equipment is minimised, and insurance companies cannot dispute claims for damage through fire because of insufficient electrical maintenance

The ISO 9000 Quality Assurance Standard requires all companies to comply with the Health and Safety requirements, portable appliance testing as provided by Electrical Estimates, is required to comply with this standard.

How Often Is PAT Testing Carried Out?

This depends on the workplace environment and the equipment to be tested. Electrical Estimates, are more than happy to assist companies in choosing the correct periods between testing; contact us at anytime.

As a rule of thumb though a large drill in a busy workshop will required more regular testing than a computer within an office environment.

What Is The Testing Procedure?

When carrying out Portable Appliance Testing Electrical Estimates will perform a number of tests on each appliance such as:

• Full visual inspection
• Insulation test
• Earth continuity test
• Earth leakage test

A certificate is then produced for your files indicating the results of the individual tests. This can be done either in hard copy, disk or email. Each item of electrical equipment is given an individual number and identified with a sticker. This will ensure that the item can be tracked and provides a clear indication of its pass / fail status.

Does Testing Disrupt The Workplace?

At Electrical Estimates we pride ourselves on having a well trained and organised staff, ensuring that any potential downtime for our clients is kept to an absolute minimum.

How Much Does This Cost?

Electrical Estimates are an established, company employing excellent and highly motivated staff. Our staff undergoes the most rigorous of training and use the most up-to-date equipment to ensure all our clients receive the best and most competitively priced PAT Testing available within our area.

Contact us and find out how Electrical Estimates really can save your company money.

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