Trusted Portable ApplianceTesting
PATsure delivers comprehensive portable appliance testing to ensure your premises meet electrical safety standards. Electrical Testing and Certification is vital to protect your business, and your employees.
Working throughout Birmingham and the surrounding area, where faults are found repairs carried out
Employer electical safety obligations cover offices and factories. Landlords, care homes, schools, builders and anyone hiring equipment etc are also responsible for the regular testing of all appliances they provide. This includes items like:
- Office equipment computers, monitors and printers,
- Audio and visual equipment, televisions and radios,
- Kitchen equipment such as kettles, microwaves and toasters,
- Cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners and floor polishers,
- Extension leads and IEC leads,
- Trade tools such as drills, saws, angle grinders and welders.
I use the latest testing equipment to test both 230V and 110V appliances and as a specialist, I am best placed to help you comply with your legal obligations. All testing is carried out in accordance with The Institute of Electrical Engineers (IEE) code of practice. I am a fully trained engin
eer and comply with the new IET (The Institution of Engineering Technology), 5th Edition code of practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment. This code of practice promotes a risk-based approach when assessing the safety of your electrical appliances and will help the users, those responsible for the equipment and the testers of the equipment to maintain a high level of safety.
Ensuring Safety, Compliance, and Peace of Mind
I specialize in delivering reliable PAT services that help landlords and small businesses maintain safe, compliant electrical devices. Our efficient testing ensures regulatory requirements are met with minimal interruption to your operations.
Q&A
Is PAT testing a legal requirement for landlords?
It’s not specifically named as a legal requirement, though landlords do have a legal duty under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the Landlord and Tenant Act. In furnished properties, this means landlords should supply white goods that are in a safe condition. PAT testing is widely recognized as a practical way to demonstrate that these obligations have been met.
Who can carry out PAT Testing ??
Your PAT Tester must be a qualified individual with the skills to perform both visual and physical tests on your appliances. They should be trained to use the necessary equipment and able to interpret the test results accurately.
What are the risks of not PAT Testing??
Failing to PAT Test electrical equipment can lead to serious risks for your team and business, including:
- Electrical fires: Faulty equipment can cause electrical fires if issues are not identified through regular electrical equipment testing.
- Electrical shocks: Untested appliances can be hazardous, leading to electric shocks that put your employees at risk.
- Injuries: Malfunctioning equipment can cause burns, cuts, or other injuries, endangering anyone who uses them.
- Downtime: Faulty appliances can halt operations, resulting in costly downtime and lost productivity.
- Legal liability: If someone is harmed due to untested equipment, your business could face legal consequences, including expensive lawsuits and prosicution.
Minimised Disruption
Fast, efficient testing procedures to protect your business operations and tenant comfort.
Get in touch
Telephone: 07969377597
E-mail: patsure@icloud.com