We Can PAT
How our PAT Tests work
A Pat Test is an essential risk management process. It is a legal requirement for Business owners, employers, property managers, letting agents, landlords and may others.
Contact us to obtain a quotation and secure your ideal appointment time.
We give exact timed appointments throughout Scotland and have offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Aberdeen and Inverness.
- No upfront payment.
- A qualified tester will be required to visit your premises and test all the appliances. We sticker all appliances.
- We use our own software and carry out all inspections using the latest technology. We produce asset registers and certificates using iPads.
- Upon completion and receipt of payment, we email you all the documents in PDF format. This demonstrates your compliance with legislation.
PAT Testing FAQs
PAT Testing consists of various tests which involves controlled passing of volts into appliances to ascertain readings on Earth bound continuity and insulation levels. This is
coupled with an initial Visual inspection and load test which gives the Technician information to advise whether an appliance is safe to operate or if actions are required.
everal pieces of legislation place a duty of care on employers, landlords and others to maintain electrical systems to prevent danger where otherwise it may exist, the term
electrical systems refers to all parts of an installation including portable appliances. The best way of ensuring your duties are carried out and adequate records are kept is by
performing Portable Appliance testing (PAT) in accordance with the IET Code of Practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment.
o ensure your compliance a piece of mind, a Pat test should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and experienced person. If you have any doubt, ask to see their
qualifications, we are happy to provide copies of ours.
Failure to provide safely installed and maintained electrical appliances can lead to prosecution, as it is a criminal offence. The following possible penalties could apply:
Your property insurance may be invalidated
A fine per item which does not comply
A period of imprisonment
The Tenant could sue you for civil damages
Possible manslaughter charges in the event of deaths
