PAT Testing

PAT Testing (Portable Appliance Testing) in Belfast & throughout Northern Ireland

WorkSafe Electrical Services Ltd approaches Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) in a clear, defined and methodical way, leaving you in no doubt as to which appliances have passed or failed. We can complete PAT testing at a time to suit your business, causing minimum disruption.

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What is PAT Testing?

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is an inspection of portable or movable electrical items to ensure that they are fit for use. This is undertaken by a fully qualified engineer, trained to spot electrical flaws or damaged cables, for instance.

Why do I need it?

Day-to-day use of portable electrical appliances inevitably causes wear and damage to leads, plugs, and to the item itself. If undetected and unresolved, this may in turn result in an electric shock or even fire. Employers, institutions and landlords therefore have a statutory responsibility to ensure that all electrical appliances used by employees, guests and tenants are safe, and are tested regularly.

What is the legal requirement?

"As may be necessary to prevent danger, all systems shall be

maintained so as to prevent, so far as is reasonably practicable, such danger." Regulation 4 [2] Electricity at Work Act. To meet these requirements PAT testing is the only guaranteed proof of compliance.

Who does it apply to?

All commercial environments, and properties whereby the public reside or visit. This includes, for example, rental property, offices, shops and retail outlets, factories and industrial premises, hotels, restaurants, cafes, and all other commercial properties.

How does WorkSafe Electrical Services deliver this service?

We can carry out portable appliance testing at a time to suit you, including out of office hours
Our reports and asset register are supplied in your preferred format
Failed items are clearly marked and identified to you at the time of failure
All of our engineers are security cleared and wear uniforms with photo ID passes