PAT Testing
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) verifies that all your electrical appliances are safe for use. Whether you're a landlord, business owner, or letting agent, regular PAT testing demonstrates due diligence in electrical safety and helps protect against insurance claims, workplace accidents, and tenant complaints.
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What Is PAT Testing?
PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) is a process of checking electrical appliances for safety through a combination of visual inspection and electronic testing. A qualified PAT tester examines each appliance for signs of damage, wear, or defects, then uses a specialist PAT testing device to measure earth continuity, insulation resistance, and other electrical parameters. Each appliance that passes receives a PAT label showing the test date and next test due date.
What's Included
- ✓Visual inspection of all portable appliances
- ✓Electrical testing with calibrated PAT equipment
- ✓Earth continuity testing
- ✓Insulation resistance testing
- ✓Lead and plug inspection
- ✓Pass/fail PAT labels applied to each appliance
- ✓Detailed test report with results for every appliance
- ✓Advice on any failed or borderline appliances
How It Works
Getting your PAT Testing is quick and easy. Here's what to expect.
Count Your Appliances
Make a list of all portable electrical appliances — kettles, toasters, chargers, monitors, etc.
Book Online
Select the appliance count tier and choose your preferred date.
Testing Visit
Our engineer visually inspects and electrically tests each appliance using professional PAT equipment.
Labels & Report
Pass labels are applied, failed items are flagged, and you receive a complete test report.
Why You Need a PAT Testing
While PAT testing is not a specific legal requirement, the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 require all electrical equipment to be maintained in a safe condition. PAT testing is the recognised method for demonstrating compliance. For landlords, it shows due diligence in protecting tenants; for businesses, it's often an insurance requirement and essential for workplace safety compliance.
Legal Framework
While PAT testing itself isn't a named legal requirement, the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require all electrical equipment to be maintained safely. PAT testing is the accepted method of demonstrating compliance.
Frequency
Testing frequency depends on the environment: annually for commercial premises, every 2 years for rental properties. Higher-risk environments may need more frequent testing.
Insurance
Many business and landlord insurance policies require evidence of regular PAT testing as a condition of coverage.
Who Needs a PAT Testing?
Landlords
Demonstrating due diligence in providing safe appliances to tenants.
Offices & Businesses
Meeting workplace safety obligations for all electrical equipment.
Schools & Nurseries
Protecting children and staff with regular appliance safety checks.
Hospitality Venues
Hotels, restaurants, and cafes need regular testing for safety compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our PAT Testing service.
What counts as a portable appliance?+
Any electrical equipment with a plug that can be moved — this includes kettles, toasters, desk lamps, monitors, printers, phone chargers, microwaves, and similar items.
How long does PAT testing take?+
On average, each appliance takes 2-5 minutes to test. A typical 20-appliance test takes around 1 hour.
What happens if an appliance fails?+
Failed appliances are labelled as failed and should not be used until repaired or replaced. Our report clearly identifies all failed items.
Do I need to provide a list of appliances?+
It helps but isn't essential. Our engineer will survey and test all portable appliances found at the property.
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