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PAT TESTING

We offer competitive rates for pat testing quantities, please see the table below.

0-100 £1.25 per item

101-250 £1.00 per item

251-500 .90p per item

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Portable appliance testing (PAT) is the process of checking electrical appliances for safety through a series of visual inspections and electronic tests. It's commonly used in workplaces, schools, and other environments where electrical appliances are used regularly.

Here's what PAT involves:

Visual inspection: This checks for damage to cables, plugs, and the appliance itself, looking for signs of wear, tear, or overheating.

Electrical tests: These tests measure the insulation resistance of the appliance, as well as the earth continuity (grounding) and polarity. Faults in these areas can lead to electric shock or fire.

Recording and labelling: Appliances that pass the tests are labelled with a tag showing the date of the test and the next test due date. Failed appliances are tagged and removed from use until they are repaired or replaced.

Here are some key things to know about PAT:

Not mandatory but recommended: While not legally required in all countries, PAT is strongly recommended by safety organizations to help prevent electrical accidents.

Frequency depends on risk: The frequency of PAT testing depends on the type of appliance, its environment, and how often it's used. High-risk appliances, like power tools, might need testing weekly or monthly, while low-risk ones, like kettles, might only need testing every year.

Provides peace of mind: Regular PAT testing helps ensure the safety of electrical appliances, reducing the risk of accidents and protecting people and property.

What is Thermography?

Thermography, also known as infrared thermography (IRT), thermal imaging, and thermal video, is a technique that uses thermal cameras to detect heat patterns and variations. Our camera detects infrared radiation, which is a type of electromagnetic energy emitted by all objects with a temperature above absolute zero. The amount of infrared radiation emitted by an object is directly related to its temperature, so thermography can be used to create images that show temperature differences.

Thermography can be used to inspect buildings for leaks, insulation problems, and other defects. It can also be used to monitor the health of electrical and mechanical equipment. Infrared thermography is a non-invasive technique that measures mid to long-wave infrared radiation emanating from all objects and converts this to temperature.

Thermographic surveys

We offer ½ day rates and full day rates depending on the time spent doing the survey. Contact us for details.