Pat Testing

Why Electrical Appliance Testing is Critical to Workplace Safety

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 07:05:28 GMT

Electrical safety at work act and PAT testing

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Do holiday lets and holiday cottages need pat testing?

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:11:12 GMT

Do Holiday Lets and Holiday Cottages need to be PAT tested.

Since November 2020 It is the responsibility of the person in control of risk assessment (risk assessment comes under the the health and safety act) to have in place a PAT test certificate regardless of the size of business. It is important to check with your insurance provider the frequency of testing. If you have employees it is necessary to adhere to the electrical safety regulations as set out in current standards as governed by the Electricity at Work Regulations ACT (1989).

Is Pat Testing a legal requirment

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:27:27 GMT

Is Testing Law?

Is Pat Testing Law?

Pat Testing is a term that is used to describe the process of electrical testing. Electrical testing of appliances and electrical infrastructure is a legal requirement. There are 4 different laws that include levels of electrical safety. the rule of thumb is that if you employ people, or work in anyway with the general public, that as duty holder for risk inspection and health and safety you must comply with electrical safety laws. If you wish for further clarification contact the HSE.

Do homeworkers require their equipment Pat Testing

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:59:20 GMT

With 1.7 million UK employees now working from home, should their equipment be PAT Tested?

This has been a subject that has been avoided for many years, however we now have further clarity from the IET and it reads.

"It is the Duty holder for risk assessment to assess the risk of harm to the employee regardless of where they work from. They must take into consideration when assessing the frequency of use and the environment they are working in. This includes working on building sites or employees working out of their own home or office. It is up to the employer if they are providing equipment or are subcontracting to make sure their equipment is electrically compliant and safe to use.

Dorset Pat testing offer a bespoke annual maintenance package for employers, that includes an annual inspection, documented report and working evaluation.

Pat Testing and Risk Assessments

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 12:59:59 GMT

Pat Testing and Risk assessment

The new IET code of conduct 5 (2021) states that It is now the brief holder for risk assessment to decide on the frequency of pat testing. If you are unsure in anyway please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Do HMO's need to PAT Tested

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 12:40:38 GMT

Do HMO's have to be PAT Tested

Yes, it is a legal requirement that all High Multiple Occupancy dwellings are Annually Pat Tested. At Dorset Pat Testing, we Test, Document and annualise our testing so you do not have to remember each year. Our system will contact you 11 months after your inspection to remind you to book your next test.

Pat Testing for construction sites

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 14:46:32 GMT

Pat Testing on construction sites

It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that the appliances on site are Pat Tested. This includes the Comfort hut or Cabin. HSE recomend that power tools are PAT tested every 3 months and cabin appliances every 12 months. Dorset Pat Testing, is yours due?

Bournemouth Pat Testing

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 14:14:41 GMT

Can it happen to you?

In September 2020 a fire in a flat above Kayla Brasserie in Holdenhurst destroyed the building leaving the business with no other choice than to close. Although the cause of the fire in not yet known, 10% of all fires are caused by electrical equipment.

Under The health and Safety at work Act, The Electricity at work regulation act, The management of health and safety at work regulations and the Provision and use of work equipment regulations, it is a legal requirement to make sure your appliances are fit for purpose. It is advisable that pat testing is completed and recorded every 12 months. Dorset pat Testing, is yours due?

PAT testing in Weymouth

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 13:28:59 GMT

Pat Testing in Weymouth

We are delighted to serve the hairdressers, the office, the restaurants, the hoteliers and everyone that makes up our beautiful Weymouth economy. Weymouth is home to Dorset Pat Testing so we are able to offer out of hours and longer appointments.

Dorset Pat Testing, Are you due?

Pat Testing in Pubs

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:56:27 GMT

Pat Testing For Pubs

Do pubs require PAT Testing?

Answer YES

Under the health and safety at work at Work Act 1974. The duty of care falls upon the employer to ensure the safety of all persons using the work premises. This is includes any self employed staff sub contracted to your care home. In addition under The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 states: As may be necessary to prevent danger, all systems shall me maintained so as to prevent, so far as reasonably practicable, such danger. In addition, The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 States. "Every employer shall ensure that work equipment is maintained in an efficient state, in efficient working order and in good repair.

Pat Testing in Care Homes

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:50:58 GMT

Pat Testing Care Homes

Do care homes require PAT Testing?

Answer YES

Pat Testing in Hairdressors

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:42:49 GMT

PAT testing for Hairdressers

Do hairdressers and Salons require PAT testing?

Answer YES

Under the health and Safety at work act 1974, the duty of care sits with the Employer and Employee to ensure the safety of all persons using the work premises, this includes the self employed.

Acts and Regulations Pat Testing in Dorset

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:26:19 GMT

Acts and Regulations - Is Pat Testing law?

The Health and Safety at Work At Work Act 1974:

Puts the duty of care upon both the employer and the employee to ensure the safety of all persons using the work premises. This includes the self employed.

The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 states:

As may be necessary to prevent danger, all systems shall be maintained so as to prevent, so far as reasonably practicable, such danger"

The Management of Health and Safety at work regulations 1999 states:

Every employer shall make suitable and sufficient assessment of:

A) the risks to the health and safety of his employees to which they are exposed whilst at work, and,

B) the risks to ensure the health and safety of persons not in his employment arising out of or in connection with the conduct by him or his standing

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 states.

Every employer shall ensure that work equipment is maintained in an efficient state, in efficient working order and in good repair.

Guest House Fire

183:843042894 (Craig Willis) — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 12:16:25 GMT

Weymouth guest house fire 2015

On the 15th January 2015 the owners of a Weymouth guest house left their guest house to enjoy a Sunday roast at local restaurant. An hour later they received a phone call from one of their guests saying the fire alarms had been activated and there was smoke pouring from the kitchen area. The fire service were called and they extinguished a kitchen fire. The fire was started by a plug fault on the dryer that had been left on whilst they had gone out.

Dorset Pat Testing will test all of your kitchen appliances to make sure they are safe.

What is included in your price

websitebuilder@1and1.de — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:37:40 GMT

Here at Dorset Pat Testing we will test all appliances and add test stickers to all plugs showing you staff or guests that they are safe using their appliance

How long does Pat Testing Take?

Pat Testing can take anything from 5 minutes per item to 10 depending on whether the plug needs to be replaced.

Does every appliance need to be Pat Tested?

All appliances need to be pat tested and certificated.

How do I pay?

A refundable deposit is payable when you book. The balance is invoiced to you after the work and payment is required within 7 days please.

Is Dorset Pat Testing Insured?

Yes we are insured through AXA

Are the employees of Dorset Pat Testing CRB checked.

Yes.

What caused The Grenfell Fire disaster

websitebuilder@1and1.de — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:37:39 GMT

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What caused the Grenfell Fire disaster?

On the 14th June 2017 a fire ripped through Grenfell tower killing 72 people.

Faulty Fridge

In the final draft of the report into the full extent of failings behind the Grenfell Tower police laid out that a fire started by a faulty fridge-freezer on the 4th floor ignited cladding and insulation.

Why is it so important to have your small appliances tested.

websitebuilder@1and1.de — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:37:39 GMT

In a busy office or guesthouse is normal that your appliances will be dropped, kicked or suffer general wear and tear. Plugs will become damaged and can lead to fire.

Is Pat Testing Law?

The UK Health and Safety Executive along with insurance companies will expect you to perform PAT testing to ensure that you are compliant with certain regulations including:

Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974

The Electricity at Work Regulations of 1989

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations of 1998

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations of 1999

Most insurance companies will also stipulate that Pat Testing is a requirement under their policies.

What appliances should be Pat Tested?

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 11:32:02 GMT

What should be maintained?

ALL electrical systems and equipment should be maintained if danger would otherwise arise.

All electrical equipment in an installation, whether permanently connected or connected by a plug and socket should be inspected and tested.