PAT Testing Checklist: What to Check Before Testing Electrical Appliances
A clear PAT Testing checklist helps landlords, property managers and business owners stay organised before, during and after a portable appliance test. Whether you manage a furnished rental property, a workplace, a holiday let or a commercial premises, electrical appliances need to be kept safe, recorded properly and checked at suitable intervals. PAT Testing, short […]
Who Can Carry Out a Legionella Risk Assessment?
Legionella risk assessments are an important part of managing water safety, but many landlords, employers and property managers are unsure who is allowed to complete one. The rules focus less on a person’s job title and more on whether they are competent to identify risks, understand the water system and recommend suitable controls. This guide […]
Legionella Flushing: How Long to Run Taps
If a tap, shower or water outlet has not been used for a while, the safest answer is usually simple: run it long enough to replace stagnant water with fresh water. For many domestic outlets, this is commonly around two minutes. For little-used outlets, longer pipe runs, stored water systems or properties that have been […]
Can You PAT Test Computers? A Guide to PAT Testing Electricals
Computer equipment is part of everyday working life, but it is still electrical equipment and needs to be managed safely. From desktop PCs and monitors to laptop chargers, printers, docking stations and extension leads, each item can develop faults through age, movement, poor cable management or regular use. PAT testing computers is not always about […]
