by Claire Chappell | Jul 18, 2024 | PAT Testing
Most offices and workplaces have a microwave in their staff kitchen that gets daily use. Unlike a microwave in someone’s home, it is likely that a workplace microwave is not well looked after. Most people use it and then walk away. No one wants to clean up the food...
by Claire Chappell | Feb 14, 2024 | PAT Testing
PAT stands for portable appliance testing and refers to the testing of electrical appliances that are not fixed in any one place, to make sure they are safe to use. PAT testing is one of the many things to consider as a landlord in the UK. What checks should a...
by Claire Chappell | Dec 13, 2023 | Equiptest News, Lightning protection system, PAT Testing, power factor correction, Uncategorized
2023 has been a busy year at Equiptest! The team has been hard at work ensuring all of our clients are safe, compliant, and informed. All areas of work have been on the rise this year; our expertise and quality customer service has aided our growth and we are thankful...
by Claire Chappell | May 9, 2023 | PAT Testing
We often get asked about the legal requirements of PAT testing and the ramifications of not conducting regular PAT testing for your business.The reason we get asked about this so much is that the legislation can often be confusing. In fact there are no direct legal...
by Claire Chappell | Nov 8, 2022 | PAT Testing
As a business it is vital that you understand what equipment needs to be PAT tested and how often. With costs tight for everyone right now, having an effective PAT testing program for your business can minimise the cost of PAT testing whilst still ensuring that you...
by Claire Chappell | Oct 7, 2022 | PAT Testing
Every employer has a duty of care to their employees to provide a safe working environment. Health and Safety legislation states that all electrical equipment in an office or workspace needs to be PAT tested to ensure it is safe. With so many appliances in all...
