Information for the requirements for appliance safety on building sites

Why do we use 110v equipment on building sites? Let's start with the formalities: If you are working on a building site using electric tools then you need to ensure they are safe. Whilst there's not much we can do if a bulldozer drives over [...]

By |2024-04-24T13:16:26+00:00June 12th, 2013|Building sites / tools|

What is a Double Insulated Electrical Appliance?

Double Insulated Appliance (Class 2) A double insulated appliance is encased in 2 layers of insulation, and requires a thorough visual inspection by a competent person, eg a trained PAT testing engineer from DRA PAT Testing Limited. If the appliance has exposed conductive metal (metal part sticking out [...]

By |2023-08-16T10:28:39+00:00June 12th, 2013|PAT Testing Info|

Does our Microwave oven need emission testing?

Does our Microwave oven need emission testing? Microwave oven emissions testing is something that was done every time a microwave was PAT tested, up to 2012.  What happened in 2012? A new industry wide Code of Practice was launched; and the section on microwave emissions was [...]

By |2023-05-21T22:48:10+00:00June 12th, 2013|PAT Testing Info|

Does Battery operated electrical equipment need PAT Testing?

Battery operated electrical equipment does not need PAT Testing But you are still responsible for making sure it is safe to use. Does Battery operated electrical equipment need PAT Testing? In order to comply with electrical safety regulations every workplace [...]

By |2024-03-18T11:32:16+00:00June 12th, 2013|PAT Testing Info|
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