Electrical Testing and Inspections
In the UK all workplaces have to meet the requirements of the Health and Safety At Work Act, which covers all kinds of things in our businesses. Where we can help you, is through your electrical safety and fire prevention.
We specialise in Portable Appliance Testing, and that is our main business. However, we also strive to help our clients in other areas, as we can also offer Fixed Appliance Testing, Microwave Emissions Testing and Fixed Wiring Inspections (EICR).
Maintain safe electrical systems helps you to protect users from electric shock and your premises from Fire. We also able to recommend Fire prevention companies for the likes of Fire Extinguishers, alarms and so on.
Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)
It is recommended that electrical systems should be periodically inspected and have an Electrical Installation Certificate Report (EICR) to demonstrate a compliant maintenance regime.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report, also known as a Periodic Inspection Report, is a detailed electrical inspection of the main wiring in a building, comprising of an in-depth examinations of the electrical system and the production of a report to highlight any necessary remedial work. This is the main part of electrical testing; if the wiring isn’t right then that is a major issue that needs addressing.
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
An annual PAT test will demonstrate that your portable appliances are being maintained to appropriate safety standards. Our technicians are experienced at working with most electrical equipment, and specialise in PAT testing IT equipment, especially important when you consider that 90% of faults are found during the technicians visual inspection.
These days PAT testing covers all electrical equipment that plugs in, including industrial use appliances using specialist adaptors. Our inspections check your electrical appliances to make sure they are safe for continued use. PAT testing is an essential part of every company’s Health and Safety policy. We carry out PAT testing in your home or workplace, and we cover all of the North East.
Fixed Appliance Testing (FAT)
Appliances that are hard wired to the mains also need a degree of inspection, although not as frequently as appliances with plugs. When we test the plugs we’ll also inspect these appliances, and may do an earth continuity test too. Guidance recommends a full test be carried out every 5 years from installation by an appropriate service engineer
Microwave Oven Testing
Microwave ovens should also be tested for emissions leakage, which we can do for you. We can also test for power and temperature rise, using a thermometer and water system to gauge temperature rise to check the power too. If too many emissions are leaking from a microwave during use this can lead to health issues for users.
Thermal Image Surveys
When a Server or data rack can not be shutdown, for whatever reason, an alternative option for you is a thermal survey. The thermal survey, using a thermal camera, will search for ‘hot spots’ on the system, which may be a potential issue. Finding hot areas early can prevent equipment failure and fires.
Emergency Lighting Inspections
To check the emergency lighting in your building is working correctly, you must perform a monthly visual check by ‘simulating’ a power failure to ensure all lights turn on automatically and an annual, full-duration (lasting at least three hours) test. The results of both tests must be recorded, any faults reported, and repaired immediately.
