WHAT IS INVOLVED IN A PAT TEST?

The engineer does a formal visual inspection and an electrical test
The formal visual inspection part checks for the following

• Is the appliance in general good condition and suitable for the use.

• The appliance Is it working? (Function test)

• The lead Is it in good condition and safe?

• Is it free from damage and nicks or cuts which could cause injury?

• Is the cable fitted properly to the plug?

• Does it switch on/off properly to allow you to isolate the power if needed?

• Is there any damage to the external parts?

• Is the correct fuse fitted? We check the rating

• Signs of internal damage or signs of tampering ?

• LASTLY, WE CARRY OUT

• ​A functional check – we power up the appliance to ensure that it is working normally

• The appliance is then labelled accordingly as a PASS or FAIL and indicating the date due for next inspection or just the test date (5th Edition)

• SAFETY TESTS CARRIED OUT>
  

• Earth Continuity Testing (Class 1 equipment)

• Insulation Resistance Testing (Class 1 and 2)

• Protective Conductor/Touch Current Testing