PAT testing what is it
PAT testing? What is it? A PAT test is the inspection of electrical appliances to see if they are safe to use. It is carried out by someone who has the required electrical training and knows to handle the equipment and how to use it effectively. The PAT tester will test each electrical appliance individually […]
Whats a PAT test
Portable Appliance Testing also known as a PAT test is the inspection of electrical appliances. This includes a visual inspection to see any signs of any damage and then a through series of tests. These tests include earth continuity, lead polarity and insulation resistance checks. Each electrical appliance that is checked is given a sticker […]
PAT testing stand for
What does PAT stand for? Portable Appliance Testing. What is it? A PAT test is the examination of your electrical appliances to ensure that they are safe to use by those in the working environments and homes. This can be done by a visual inspection however some defects are only internal which is what the […]
What should be PAT tested
There are different types of electrical appliances that should be PAT tested. These electrical appliances are divided into 3 different electrical ‘classes’ with Class 1 being the most dangerous and needing a full PAT test carried out, Class 2 only needing a PAT insulation test and Class 3 not needing a PAT test at all. […]
PAT testing in schools
PAT testing in schools are important as electrical appliances are constantly in use by staff and students. PAT testing in schools is very much like testing in offices as they have similar appliances such as desktop computers, printers and communication equipment. However, when carrying out a PAT test it has to be during a holiday […]
What is portable appliance testing
Portable Appliance Testing is the testing of electrical equipment to ensure that they are safe to use. This is done by conducting a series of thorough tests as well as a visual inspection of any damage immediately present. The PAT test can identify any internal damages in an electrical appliance which can help avoid any […]
Pass PAT testing
PAT testing involves the inspection of electrical equipment ensuring that it is safe to use. This involves a number of tests including the earth continuity, lead polarity and insulation resistance checks. If the electrical appliances pass the various thorough tests then a certificate is issued to you to keep as evidence. However, not all appliances […]
What is PAT
PAT is an examination of electrical appliances to ensure that they are safe to use. With many electrical appliances, visible defects are identifiable, however some electrical appliances may have internal faults which can only be identified through testing. This through testing is known as the PAT test and is carried out by someone who has […]
Local PAT testing
I needed to find a local PAT testing company to have the electrical appliances in one of the I.T rooms in a secondary school checked and came across the PAT testing association. In this I.T room, there are several PC’s and monitors all around the room as well as one floor standing printer. Over the […]
Portable appliance testing certificate
A Portable Appliance Testing certificate is issued once your PAT test is completed. To get this certificate, you will need to have an appointment arranged, where a PAT testing engineer will visit you in your working environment or home. The PAT testing engineer will conduct several tests including earth continuity, lead polarity and insulation resistance […]