U is for… USB Downloadable PAT Testers
Many testers allow you to download the information gained during PAT testing to a PC, interact with the test data and create custom reports for customers using different software packages.
V is for… Voltage
It is really important that you get the right PAT tester for the voltages that you are testing because not all testers can cope with all kinds of voltage.
W is for… Wiring
There are so many different kinds of wires. Wires that are connected to portable appliances must be tested as part of the PAT test but wires that are built internally in sockets are part of a different test; the fixed wiring test.
X is for… XMAS LIGHTS (bet you didn’t think we would come up with something for ‘X’!)
Most companies have them lingering around somewhere. They all have to be PAT tested too, but usually aren’t.
Y is for… Yearly Calibration
Any kind of electrical test equipment must be regularly calibrated to ensure that results are still accurate and there’s no damage to your PAT tester.
Z is for… Zeroing
Used for nulling the resistance of test leads, allowing them to be tested in a different manner.
PAT Testing with Total Safe
A PAT test is a routine inspection of electrical appliances, to check they are safe to use. It’s purpose it to prevent electrical accidents.
PAT testing is an important part of any health and safety policy. According to HSE around 25% of all electrical accidents are caused by portable appliances, which is why several regulations point to the importance of electrical maintenance and PAT Testing.
The HSE has the power to close down businesses that do not comply with regulations, and employers can actually be prosecuted if equipment on the premises is not maintained and in an efficient working state. This is why Total Safe advise an annual PAT test to ensure your business complies with UK regulations.
Contact our team on 01375 265950 for all PAT testing related enquiries.
