What is Portable Appliance Testing?
PAT testing is an essential requirement for every place of work to ensure all staff and members of the public are protected from injury by electrical equipment. It is also a legal requirement for any landlord renting a domestic living space to tenants and must be completed on all plug top and fixed wired appliances to deem the property a safe place to live. In general, all appliances should be tested every year or two years to ensure the electrical safety is up to standards.
Your First Choice for Portable Appliance Testing
Here at NICHE, we are NICEIC Registered, and our engineers have all received the Level 3 Award in the In-Service Inspection of Testing Electrical Equipment by City & Guilds. We will provide you with a service whereby each PAT test will be taken with the utmost care, care, caution and attention. Our team of engineers will ensure minimal disruption to your business or property whilst testing the equipment and we are happy to carry out a pre-test site visit (if required) to identify and potential barriers, allowing us to find an efficient and suitable solution for everyone to ensure the testing runs smoothly.
Why do you need Portable appliance testing?
- As an employer or landlord, you are required under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and Health and Safety Work Act 1974 to provide a safe working environment with regards to all electrical equipment and systems.
- Regular PAT tests in rental properties adhere to The Housing Act 2004.
- PAT tests discover all plugs that do not meet Plugs and Sockets Regulations 1994
- Testing helps you comply with The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.
- Records can be used as evidence showing compliance with Electrical Safety at Work Regulations 1989
- Regular testing ensures safety to staff and the public and complies with the Electrical Equipment (safety) Regulations 2016.
- Pre-tenancy PAT tests help the landlord comply with The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government’s guidance.
What are the benefits of PAT Testing?
You would be surprised just how many appliances do not pass a PAT Test even though they “look OK.” We cannot encourage people enough to get your electrical equipment PAT tested for yours and others safety. NICHE Electrical Contractors Ltd. can help you remove any issues you have and ensure your tenants, staff, students and you are safe. All our inspections are completed to the required standards and at the required frequency in line with the latest regulations and guidance.
What will be included on the test?
- Visual Inspection of appliance, flex and plug top – visual signs of overheating or damage.
- Interior inspection – opening of the plug top to inspect fuse and connections. Tightening of wires if required.
- Electrical tests – appliance completes Earth Continuity Test (Class 1 appliance) and Insulation Resistance Test (Class 1 & 2 appliance).
- Labelling – Pass or Fail label fixed to appliance along with test date, re-test date and appliance ID.
- Recording – Detailed records provided for each appliance for an inventory summary. All records will be sent electronically but hard copies can be provided upon request.
- All labels are provided for appliances tested.
- Repairs and re-testing on appliances after repair.
- Re-testing notification.
Test packages we offer:
This is for a small amount of items.
Each appliance will be tested for £1.20 each.
(Ideal for landlords and small businesses)
For every item over the amount of 50, the individual price will be reduced to £1.
(Ideal for large businesses, schools, office spaces and other commercial properties)
For every item over the amount of 100, the individual price will be reduced to 90p.
For larger testing packages, please call our main office on 01322 534594 and we will be able to give you an accurate quote with the best pricing.
This is for a small amount of items.
Each appliance will be tested for £1.20 each.
(Ideal for landlords and small businesses)
For every item over the amount of 50, the individual price will be reduced to £1.
(Ideal for large businesses, schools, office spaces and other commercial properties)
For every item over the amount of 100, the individual price will be reduced to 90p.
For larger testing packages, please call our main office on 01322 534594 and we will be able to give you an accurate quote with the best pricing.
We can provide additional savings when you book PAT Testing together with an EICR. This can be discussed when you contact us.
Please note all prices exclude VAT and other rates apply for out of hours appointments.
** The small PAT testing package will incur additional costs if outside the Kent area.
Need a PAT test completed?
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