PAT / Electrical Equipment Safety Testing Services

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) & Electrical Equipment Safety Testing
At MJ PAT Testing, we provide reliable and thorough Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and Electrical Equipment Safety Testing for businesses of all sizes, including self-employed individuals, large corporations, and hire companies. Our testing services ensure that your electrical equipment is safe to use and meets all legal and safety standards
Our team of qualified City & Guilds 2377-22 PAT testers and IET Technician Members (TMIET) are trained to carry out in-service inspection and testing, ensuring your equipment is fully compliant with the latest safety regulations. We also specialise in safe isolation for fixed appliances and built in systems.
Our Testing Standards: We conduct all tests in line with recognized standards, including the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) 5th Edition Code of Practice (September 2020) and BS EN 50699-2020 for recurrent testing of electrical equipment. This ensures your equipment is tested to the highest quality and safety standards.

Who Needs PAT / Electrical Equipment Safety Testing?
Testing is essential for businesses and individuals using electrical equipment regularly. This includes not only large companies, but also self-employed workers, landlords, and various other professionals, such as: stonemasons, blacksmiths, artists, market traders, office cleaners, mobile hair dressers, bands, DJ’s and farmers.
Throughout the UK, venues and insurance providers are increasingly requiring proof of regular testing for electrical equipment. As an employer or a self-employed individual, it's your responsibility to ensure your equipment is safe for use.
When choosing a company to provide testing services, be sure to confirm the following::
- FULLY qualified PAT / electrical equipment safety engineers.
- FULL public liability insurance and Indemnity insurance.
- Testing will be to approved and recognized standards, such as the IET Code of Practice 5th Edition.
Why is PAT/Electrical Equipment Testing Important?

Why Test
Regular PAT Testing ensures that your electrical equipment remains safe to use, minimizing the risk of electrical accidents or malfunctions. In addition to safety, it helps businesses meet their legal obligations, including:
- The Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974
- The Electricity at Work Regulations of 1989
- The Provision and Use of Work Equipment regulations of 1998
- The Housing Act 2004 (England and Wales)
- The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016

Legal Responsibilities
Whether you're an employer, self-employed, or a landlord, you must ensure electrical safety for all individuals using your equipment, whether in the workplace, at home, or as tenants..
Testing and Why Use MJ PAT Testing

What Equipment Should Be Tested?
Any electrical equipment used in the workplace or provided for public use must undergo PAT testing to ensure it is safe for its intended purpose.
This includes: any 110V, 230V and 400V electrical equipment used in a designated place of work, or equipment provided for use by the public, whether it has a plug on it or connected to a fused spur, should be tested to ensure it is safe to use.
Appliances would include: table lamps, hair dryers, hand dryers, kettles, heat guns, and welding machines as well asd equipment used in various industries, including construction, manufacturing, and retail.

Why Choose MJ PAT Testing?
At MJ PAT Testing, we offer:
• Personalised service tailored to your business needs
• Fully qualified engineers with extensive experience
• Competitive pricing with transparent costs
• Professional indemnity and Public Liability Insurance
• Use of high-quality Seaward Apollo 600+ test machines
• Pass or fail labels for all tested appliances
• Free replacement of damaged plugs and fuses
• Minor repairs to plugs and wiring at no extra cost
• A Certificate of Testing and detailed appliance test records
We are flexible and can work around your schedule, minimizing disruption to your operations. After testing, you will receive a detailed equipment register, test results, and a certificate of testing. Additionally, we offer a tailored risk assessment service to help you meet both legal and insurance requirements.
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