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Everything you need to know about fixed wire testing
The Health and Safety Executive demand high levels of inspecting and reporting on all fixed electricals in premises open to the public. Fixed electrical testing is used to inspect and test all electrical installations. Testing involves identifying any deficiencies or...
Lightning Protection – What it is and why you need it!
The potential for lightning damage can be a major worry for building owners and managers. In the UK there are hundreds of injuries each year as a result of lightning strikes and the electrical surges that follow them. Therefore, it is vital that landlords meet the...
Why it is important to service and maintain your air circuit breakers
Air circuit breakers are a vital layer of protection against overcurrent’s and short circuits, breaking the circuit if there is a fault. They are there to ensure that your electrical systems stay stable and reliable. Therefore, it is important that your air circuit...
Are your Dry Risers fit for purpose?
Dry Risers are an important fire safety system that need to be accessed fast in an emergency. During recent testing visits we have discovered systems in very bad repair. If you are a property owner or managing agent it is vital that you are aware of your...
PAT Testing – What failures should you be looking for in your workplace?
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 areas...
Introducing our new service..Radon Gas Detection
We are excited to announce a new Equiptest service, offering our customers Radon Gas Detection. What is Radon gas? Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas. It is formed by the radioactive decay of the small amounts of uranium that occur naturally in all rocks...
2018 – Our Review of the year
We can’t quite believe that 2018 is nearly over! We have had another incredibly busy year, with all our services being in demand, not just PAT testing. This year has also seen us launch our new website to help new and existing clients easily find out more about what...
All you need to know about thermal imaging surveys
Here at Equiptest we don’t only provide PAT testing for our clients. We utilise the latest thermal imaging technology to identify electrical faults before they happen and provide detailed surveys of buildings to highlight any insulation issues. By detecting problems...
Is PAT testing a legal requirement for your business?
We often get asked about the legal requirements for PAT testing and the ramifications of not conducting regular PAT testing at your business. The reason we get asked about this so much is that the legislation is itself somewhat confused. The reason is that there are...
What Needs to be PAT Tested – Developing a PAT Testing Program for your Business
Understanding what needs to be PAT tested and how often it should be tested is vital to minimise the cost of PAT testing whilst still ensuring that you meet all health and safety obligations. As discussed in our previous blog post PAT testing isn’t a legal requirement...
