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When choosing someone to carry out PAT testing, qualifications are often one of the first things people ask about. While training is important, it is only part of the picture. The law does not require PAT testers to hold a specific qualification. Instead, it requires the work to be carried out by someone who is competent. That means having the right training and practical experience for the job. Is There A Required PAT Testing Qualification? There is no legal requirement for

We carried out PAT testing, now officially called ITEE testing, for an office in Chelmsford, recently. The kettle in the staff kitchen was found to have a split lead near the plug during the inspection. We labelled it as failed, withdrew it from service and flagged it for replacement in the report. Call us on 01245 377 625 for PAT testing in Chelmsford. Did you know? A short walk from the office sits Chelmsford Cathedral, which began as a 13th century parish church and was no

Emergency lighting testing for Ipswich bank branches. 3 hour discharge test, faults replaced on site, compliance confirmed before sign off.

For HMO landlords in England, PAT testing (now called ITEE - Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment) is a legal requirement. Because more people use shared appliances and use them more often, they need to be checked regularly to keep tenants safe. Call 01245 377 625 to arrange PAT testing for your HMO. Why Are HMOs Different? Houses in Multiple Occupation have a higher number of shared electrical appliances than most rental properties. Kitchens, communal areas and eve

Yes, PAT testing can be done with very little disruption. In most offices, work can carry on as normal while testing takes place. The key is planning it properly. How Testing Is Carried Out In An Office PAT testing, now called ITEE (Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment), is usually quick and simple. An engineer will: Carry out a visual check of each item Test it using specialist equipment Label it and move on Most items only take a few minutes to test. Equipment is

There is no single fixed rule for how often office equipment must be PAT tested. But you are still legally required to make sure it is safe at all times. In most offices, testing is done every one to two years. The exact timing depends on how the equipment is used and the level of risk. What The Law Actually Requires The law does not say “test every year”. Instead, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require you to keep electric