CURA PROPERTY SERVICES LTD
PAT testing
At Cura Property Services Ltd, we provide PAT testing that meets all statutory requirements at competitive prices. Our specialists are fully trained and certified to verify the safety and integrity of your fixed wire electrics, from residential properties to commercial & public sites such as schools, restaurants and leisure facilities .
Our PAT testing services
Our team of electricians have the skills and knowledge to any portable appliance in your premises quickly and efficiently. We only use the testing hardware from industry-leading brands in order to ensure your employees and customers safety.
- Based in Birmingham, UK
- Commercial, certified testing
Why PAT tests are essential
Why PAT tests are essential
Pat Tests, or Portable Appliance Testing, are important for ensuring the safety of both the people who use electrical appliances and the appliances themselves. Pat Tests are conducted to check that all electrical appliances meet essential safety standards, and that they are not at risk of becoming damaged or causing harm to users.
They are vital for any business or organization that uses electrical appliances in their day-to-day operations. Regularly testing these appliances helps to ensure that any potential safety issues are identified and dealt with quickly and effectively. By regularly testing electrical appliances, businesses and organizations can reduce their risk of fire, electric shock, and other safety hazards.
Pat Tests also provide a record of the safety of the appliances, which can be used to demonstrate that the business or organization is meeting their legal obligations in terms of electrical safety. This can be important for legal compliance and insurance purposes.
Overall, Pat Tests are an important part of maintaining the safety of both people and the appliances they use. Regularly testing electrical appliances can help to ensure that any potential safety issues are identified and dealt with promptly, and that businesses and organizations are meeting their legal obligations.
PAT testing explained
PAT testing explained
1. Visual Inspection: This is the first step of a PAT test and involves a visual inspection of the item being tested. This includes looking for any signs of damage, defects, or wear and tear.
2. Earth Bond Test: This test checks the electrical connection between the equipment and the ground. It is important to ensure that this connection is secure so that any electric shock to the equipment is safely diverted away from the user.
3. Insulation Resistance Test: This test checks the electrical insulation of the equipment. This is important to make sure that the electricity is not leaking out of the equipment and putting the user at risk.
4. Leakage Current Test: This test checks the amount of current that is leaking out of the equipment. If the leakage current is too high, it could cause an electric shock to the user.
5. Earth Leakage Test: This test checks for any current that is leaking to the ground. If there is too much current leaking to the ground, it could cause an electric shock to the user.
6. Functional Test: This test checks that the equipment is functioning correctly. This is important to make sure that the user is not at risk of electric shock or injury.
CURA PROPERTY SERVICES LTD
Get in touch to book your PAT tests
With Cura, you can be sure that our specialists will carry out your PAT tests correctly. Our experienced technicians will provide you with the highest level of customer service and satisfaction. Contact us today for more information and to get started on protecting your premises.
