Electrical Inspecting & Testing...

 

Inspecting and Testing Certificates:

Wiring Regulations stipulate that on the completion of all electrical installation work carried out by electrical contractors, whether this be a complete rewire or the addition of a socket outlet or lighting point:-
Electrical Installation, Electrical Completion or Minor Work Certificate should be provided to the customer which proves that the electrical work has been carried out and inspected and tested to current installation and safety standards. PRESS Electrical Services provide full detailed certificates on all such work carried out.

 

Do I need my property rewired?

DO YOU NEED A REWIRE???

 

There are several signs to look out for that indicate the age of your electrical system and whether your home needs rewiring:

Cables coated in black rubber - Black rubber was phased out in the 1960s. Cables coated  in lead or fabrics are even older. Modern cables use PVC insulation A fusebox with a wooden back, cast iron switches, or haphazard mixture of circuit boxes. Older round pin sockets and round light switches, braided flex hanging from ceiling roses to light fittings, black switches, sockets mounted in skirting boards. Wall mounted light switches in bathrooms.

 

PAT   ( Portable Appliance Testing ):

 

"What do the PAT Testing regulations stipulate"

portable appliance testingRegulation 4(2) of the Electricity at Work Act states:- It is neccessary to prevent danger. All systems shall be maintained so far as is reasonably practically possible to prevent such danger.

"What does this act mean?"

It is the responsibility of all employers to ensure all electrical appliances used by their employees are safe and pose no risk of injury.

"What is Risk"

Appliances are categorised into a risk assessment system used by the IEE (Institute of Electrical Engineers). Risk is determined by how appliances are used and whom is using them.

"Why do appliances need to be tested"

Portable electrical appliances are used every day in the workplace. All these appliances require attention at some stage in their working life. Leads, plugs and appliances can become damaged. This may result in an electric shock or sometimes fire. For this reason the appliances require PAT testing by a competent engineer.


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