PAT Testing Services

PAT testing itself is not explicitly required by law, but maintaining safe electrical equipment is. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 both require employers to ensure electrical appliances are safe, and PAT testing is the most widely accepted way of demonstrating this.

Testing frequency depends on the type of equipment and the environment it is used in. Construction site equipment may need quarterly testing, office equipment may only require testing every four to five years, and general workplace appliances typically fall somewhere in between. A risk-based assessment determines the right schedule for your business.

Any portable electrical appliance that is plugged into a mains socket can be included, from desktop computers, monitors, and printers to kettles, extension leads, power tools, and portable heaters. Essentially, if it has a plug, it should be on your testing schedule.

Testing combines a visual inspection for signs of damage, wear, or modification with electrical testing using specialist equipment. Key measurements include earth continuity, insulation resistance, and where applicable, load testing. Each appliance is assessed individually and given a pass or fail outcome.

Failed appliances are taken out of service immediately and clearly labelled to prevent further use. The test report will detail the specific fault found, and you will receive guidance on whether the item should be repaired or replaced.

Yes. All testing is carried out at your premises, avoiding the need to transport equipment and minimising disruption to your operations. Testing can be scheduled at a time that suits your business, including outside normal working hours where required.

You receive a detailed report in PDF format listing every appliance tested, its condition, pass or fail status, and any recommended actions. This documentation serves as proof of compliance for audits, insurance purposes, and HSE inspections.

Yes. Demonstrating a regular, documented testing programme can support insurance applications and renewals, and in some cases results in reduced premiums. More importantly, it reduces the risk of electrical faults that could trigger a claim in the first place.

Testing is carried out by trained engineers with recognised competency in portable appliance testing. Qualifications and experience levels meet the standards expected under current UK health and safety guidance for competent persons carrying out electrical safety assessments.

Duration depends on the number of appliances and the size of your site. A small office with 20 to 30 items may be completed within a couple of hours, while larger sites with extensive inventories across multiple rooms or buildings will require proportionally more time. This is assessed at the booking stage.

The primary legislation includes the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998. Together these require employers to maintain electrical equipment in a safe condition and to carry out regular inspections and testing appropriate to the risk involved.

Yes. Small businesses often have fewer appliances but face the same legal obligations as larger organisations. Affordable packages starting from £85 for up to 30 appliances make professional testing accessible regardless of business size, and the documentation provided is equally valuable for a sole trader as it is for a large employer.

Package selection is based on the number of appliances you need tested. Up to 30 appliances falls within the small package, up to 50 within the medium, and up to 80 within the large. For inventories above 80 items, additional appliances are charged per unit, and bespoke arrangements can be discussed for very large sites.

Contact the team directly by phone or via the enquiry form to discuss your requirements. A convenient date and time will be agreed that works around your operations, and any site access or induction requirements can be confirmed in advance to ensure the visit runs smoothly from the outset.