Cwmbran Services offers a Portable appliance testing service that ensures our clients comply with current regulations.

We can provide:-
Free consultation and survey for your PAT test requirements.

PAT Testing includes testing & inspection of electrical appliances, labeling and inventory of electrical appliances in a MS Excel tabulated formatted report and certificate. Timely reminders of next inspection when due.

We provide PAT testing in accordance with the IEE Code of Practice for in service inspection and testing of electrical equipment.

FAQ’s

What is Portable Appliance Testing?
What electrical equipment needs to be tested?
Do I need my portable electrical appliances tested?
How often does it need testing?

What is Portable Appliance Testing?
It is necessary to have in place a program of inspection and electrical safety testing of portable appliances to insure compliance with The ‘Inspection and Testing of In-Service Electrical equipment’ (usually referred to as Portable appliance testing or PAT) as part of the Electricity at Work Regulations.

Other legislation of specific relevance to electrical maintenance –
The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998

What electrical equipment needs to be tested?
All movable items connected to the mains supply by 13A BS1363 plugs, BS EN60309-2 industrial plugs or hard wired via a fused connection unit are covered by the regulations. Remember that companies are also responsible for the safety of electrical equipment brought on site by employees and contractors in addition to being responsible for the safety of their own portable appliances.

Do I need my portable electrical appliances tested?
The regulations equally apply to small companies and the self employed as well as to larger organisations. Compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations means all portable electrical appliances should be routinely inspected and tested by a competent person.

How often does it need testing?
The frequency of inspection and testing required will vary depending on the type of appliance, its location, and its use. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Institute of Electrical Engineers (IEE) publish advice and guidelines. Cwmbran Services can help you develop an inspection & testing schedule.