EMC Electrical Group are the leading provider of commercial PAT testing services in Bristol, the South-West and South Wales. We assist commercial clients at premises large and small to meet their legal obligations and provide a safe environment for their tenants, service users and employees.
Back to topPAT testing stands for Portable Appliance Testing. It is also known as Electrical Equipment Testing (EET). PAT testing is the examination of the electrical appliances in your commercial premises. Broadly speaking, this means any item with a plug. PAT testing is carried out at regular intervals and is designed to identify faulty and damaged equipment that could cause an electrical shock or fire.
Back to topThere are 3 classification levels for equipment that should be PAT tested.
Class 1
These appliances have basic insulation and an earth connection and present the highest level of risk to the user. They include:
Class 2
These have double insulation and present less risk of electrical shock.
Class 3
Considered the least dangerous, these are low voltage appliances that have a visual inspection only.
When our qualified electricians undertake PAT testing at your premises, they will perform a series of steps to ensure your equipment is safe for continued use.
Employers have a legal obligation under the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974 to provide a safe environment for your employees. Whilst PAT testing is not mandated by the Health and Safety Executive, it is an important feature of many commercial business owners’ health and safety routines. PAT testing allows you to fulfil your obligations in a simple fashion, protecting your employees from harm and yourself from the legal ramifications should they be injured by faulty equipment.
Back to topWhen you are searching for a reliable contractor to carry out PAT testing at your premises, look no further than EMC Electrical Group. We are committed to improving the electrical safety of businesses across Bristol, the South-West and South Wales. Our experienced PAT testing electricians are highly trained professionals who work to a standard of excellence.
Contact us today.