As there can be some confusion over the need and depth of Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and the levels of inspection & testing required, we thought it would be helpful to offer some background to PAT with the following questions and answers. A quarter of all serious electrical accidents involve portable electrical appliances. There is a requirement for an employer to take adequate steps to protect the users of those appliances from both electrical shock and fire hazards. The Health and Safety Executive claim nearly 2000 fires in 1991 were caused by faulty leads or appliances.
What do we do during a gas safety inspection? In general terms we assess your installation and appliances for dangers, both present and potential. This largely involves checking the gas pipework is not leaking, checking appliances have been installed and are operating safely, and checking flues and ventilation are adequate and are operating effectively. What are we looking for? Primarily, danger to life or property, or conditions where appliances or installations could deteriorate. We do this by standard checks, tests, and comparing against the gas regulations, British Standards, and manufacturer's instructions.
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