109 The drive Hounslow TW3 1PW
Mon-Fri 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
109 The drive Hounslow TW3 1PW
Mon-Fri 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Portable appliance Testing

Portable Appliance Testing a legal requirement

In accordance with the UK government all businesses require fully functioning approved PAT testing. The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 act, which state that “As may be necessary to prevent danger, all systems shall be maintained so as to prevent, so far as reasonably practicable, such danger” (Regulation 4(2)). Maintence and effecient safety appliances are by law required to have approved PAT tested “Electrical equipment includes anything used, intended to be used or installed for use.” (Regulation 2(1)

What is PAT Testing

Portable Appliance Testing (better acknowledged as PAT) includes the examination of electrical merchandise to affirm their protection and verify they are healthy to use. The method takes in the following checks: A visible inspection of each the cables and the equipment to become aware of any huge harm e.g. cut up cables and uncovered components An insulation take a look at which measures the high-quality of insulation that protects any components of the equipment which lift a current Carrying out an earthing continuity check to decide whether or not earthing conductors are appropriate adequate to defend in opposition to electric powered shock A PAT check can be achieved exceedingly rapidly with the aid of connecting home equipment to a PAT trying out device. If the equipment passes the PAT take a look at then it can proceed to be used. However, any equipment that fails its PAT check have to be eliminated from provider immediately. Although no longer a prison necessity, it is viewed accurate exercise to label person gadgets with a PASS/FAIL sticker. One of the easiest methods of protecting your workers and your clients is PAT checking. It not only helps the company comply with the Energy at Work Regulations, but it also reduces the risk of electrical accidents. It is therefore important that your company recognizes all criteria for PAT testing and also adheres to the prescribed frequency intervals of PAT testin

Portable Appliance Testing

AMTEC provide a complete portable appliance testing service. Our technicians can perform annual  all portable appliances testing  throughout your site.

Visual Inspection

  • An inspection checks for hazards, such as a damaged plug and if they are safe.
  • Earth Bond Test
  • A test finds if the appliance has a good earth, so that there are no breaks.
  • Insulation Test
  • This test checks if the correct insulation is in place and working properly.Leakage Test
  • An alternative for more sensitive electronic equipment, for instance, PCs.
  • Polarity Check
  • When testing IEC cables and extension leads, a polarity test finds if they are working properly.

Price as follows: Price for residential & commercial

We charge a £60.00 initial fee which covers our costs such as travel then a per item rate of:

£80.00       for 1 to 25     Appliances
£120.00      for 1 to 50    Appliances
£150.00      for 1 to 75    Appliances
£175.00     for 1 to 100   Appliances
£250.00     for 1 to 200   Appliances
£400.00     for 1 to 400   Appliances
£555.00     for 1 to 500   Appliances
£750.00     for 1 to 1000 Appliances

Portable appliance testing
portable appliances

When searching for a reliable electrician, call us at 07956833662. We specialize in portable appliance testing 

Our address:

  • 109 The Drive Hounslow TW3 1PW
  • Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm
    Sat: 09:00am-2:00pm
  • 07956833662