Inspection & Testing
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At Solar 1 Electrical, your safety is our first priority. Our electricians not only install, repair and service your electrical devices but also offer post-installation services such as regular electrical inspections and PAT testing. Based in County Durham and serving Newcastle and surrounding areas, we can take care of all your domestic and commercial electrical needs.
Electrical Testing
The Electricity At Work Regulation (1998) mentions “Duty of Care”, which requires businesses to conduct a range of tests to any machinery connected to the electricity supply via a removable plug. Failure to do so might result in injuries to employees, incur loss and fines or invalidate your insurance claims. To help businesses comply with this legislation, Solar 1 Electrical offers electrical testing services. Our technicians will make sure that you meet your legal requirements.
PAT Testing Services
Our electricians are certified in the IEE code practice to perform PAT Testing on any portable appliances including power tools, computers, printers and other electrical devices. We make sure that these tests are performed with minimal or no disruption to the business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why periodic electrical testing?
Periodic electrical testing is performed on all commercial electrical systems to avoid wear and tear on items, corrosion, ageing, excessive loading and misuse.
Who asks for PAT Testing?
This is generally required by law, your insurance company, landlord, mortgage provider, licensing authority or public bodies.
What legal regulations apply to periodic testing?
IEE electrical wiring regulations 18th edition (BS7671) require that periodic inspections and testing of electrical installations is carried out at such intervals as are consistent with the type of installation, its use and operation, the frequency of maintenance, and the external influences upon it.
The electrical equipment (safety) Regulation 1994 requires that all mains electrical equipment supplied with the accommodation must be safe.
When to test?
- Commercial installations every 5 years
- Industrial installations every 3 years
- Buildings open to the public every 1 year
- External installations every 3 years
- Caravan parks once a year
- Fire alarms every year
- Short term installations every 3 months
- Instantly after any damage
- On completion of any alterations or changes of use to a premises
- Instantly when significantly increasing the load to a current circuit
- Instantly after any damage
Located in County Durham, we also offer fire and security services across North East England and Newcastle. Contact us for a free quote.