PAT Testing in Schools: What Schools Need to Know
PAT testing in schools helps keep electrical equipment safe for pupils, staff, visitors and contractors. Schools use a wide range of portable appliances every day, from classroom laptops and projectors to kettles, extension leads, cleaning machines and workshop tools. When these items are damaged, misused or poorly maintained, they can create avoidable electrical risks. The […]
How Long Does PAT Testing Take?
PAT testing usually takes a few minutes per appliance, but the full appointment time depends on how many items need testing, the type of equipment, and how easy it is to access each plug, lead, and appliance. A small rental property may only take a short visit, while a busy office, shop, workshop, or commercial […]
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 […]
