PAT TESTING

25% of all reportable electrical accidents involve portable appliances

Pat testing or portable appliance testing is an important part of any health & safety policy.

The Electricity at Work Regulations place a legal responsibility on employers, employees and self-employed persons to comply with the provisions of the regulations and take reasonably practicable steps to ensure that no danger results from the use of such equipment. This in effect requires the implementation of a systematic and regular program of maintenance, inspection and testing. The Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) places such an obligation in the following circumstances:

Where appliances are used by employees
Where the public may use appliances in establishments
Where appliances are supplied or hired
Where appliances are repaired or serviced

McDonald & Munro undertake periodic portable appliance to over 100 companies. The company has invested in a PAT testing management system which issues annual reminders to clients that appliance testing is due ensuring compliance with government legislation.

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