Join DRA PAT Testing In-House Training Whilst you having some PAT testing experience would be a bonus, it is not essential, as full training will be given. You do however need to have some experience of at least one of the following: Driving for work Understanding and proficient use of Excel and computers in general Understanding of basic electrical safety Customer service These are must haves: [...]
Computer Server Systems Need Careful Management During PAT Testing For many businesses, the most worrying part of PAT testing isn’t the testing itself — it’s the fear that critical IT equipment might be switched off without warning. Computer servers are the backbone of modern offices, and even a brief, unexpected interruption can cause major disruption. When PAT testing is carried out around server systems, the technician needs to understand not just electrical safety, [...]
Socket Safety: Why Plug-In Socket Covers Can Create More Risk, Not Less Many parents, teachers and care providers use plug-in socket covers believing they make electrical sockets safer for children. It’s an understandable assumption — after all, covering something up feels like it should reduce risk. However, with UK electrical sockets, the opposite is often true. Inserting plug-in socket covers can actually disable built-in safety features, increase the risk of [...]
Winter PAT Testing: Stay Safe When the Heaters and Fairy Lights Come Out Winter PAT Testing in Newcastle – Keep Your Business Safe This Season As the weather gets colder, many workplaces start plugging in portable heaters, kettles, and festive fairy lights. But with that extra electrical load comes extra risk. Every winter, faulty seasonal equipment causes shocks, fires and costly downtime. That’s why Winter PAT Testing in Newcastle [...]
How do you choose the right PAT Testing company? When you're on the hunt for any company to do a job for you, choosing who to use is a minefield. I know this, I have had to look for builders, plumbers, even barbers, but when there are so many options, who do you choose? Ok, you didn't fall for the barber did you? Check my profile photo... it's been a long time [...]
How to ensure electrical safety in your workplace Regular inspections of the mains wiring (ever 3-5 years in most work environments) also known as EICRs, and regular inspections and testing of the electrical equipment (as often as is required to minimise danger), aka PAT testing, will help you to maintain a safer workplace. If you're looking for information on EICR's, your in the wrong place - [...]
How to best prepare your business for PAT testing Whilst you don't really need to do anything to prepare your business for PAT Testing, it's a good idea to at least be aware it's going to happen and let your staff know. If for no other reason than to reduce disruption. When staff don't know who we are we get asked by everyone "who are you?" and we have to [...]
PAT Testing Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide to Ensuring Electrical Safety Welcome to our comprehensive guide on PAT testing, the essential process for ensuring electrical safety in any environment. Whether you're a business owner, facilities manager, or simply someone concerned about the safety of electrical appliances, this step-by-step guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools to confidently conduct PAT testing. We understand that electrical safety is paramount, and [...]
The benefits of working with a local Portable Appliance Tester Working with a PAT tester Just because you don’t have your own in-house Health and Safety specialist, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have access to the best health and safety services. The HSE is awash with useful information but where do you start? It's hard, you need to concentrate on what most affects your business, but not doing something because you didn't [...]
Plugs without Sleeved Pins stopped being made in 1984! Plugs without Sleeved Pins Plugs without sleeves on the pins - these plugs have not been manufactured in the UK for 40 years! This makes the plug very old, and you have to ask yourself, does it still meet British Standards? It may work perfectly fine, but imagine that's powering a lamp and your grandchild goes to unplug it [...]
