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It was 'fully PAT tested' but it failed a PAT test? How does that work?

Nick - NLBS Electrical Services
3 days ago1 min read


PAT testing Wakefield
Need PAT testing Wakefield ? Only one place you need to go.

Nick - NLBS Electrical Services
Sep 31 min read


Can you PAT test office spaces?
Our PAT testing engineers regularly find themselves PAT testing in office spaces in Wakefield and further afield. An office space is generally a place of work, and so you want to make sure the devices your staff use are electrically safe. Whilst they are less prone to damage, say when compared to electronic devices on a building site, they should still be regularly inspected. One of the easiest ways to prevent staff from being injured by faulty electrical devices, is by intro

Nick - NLBS Electrical Services
Aug 61 min read


Can I PAT test my own equipment?
You can't PAT test your own items. Or can you?

Nick - NLBS Electrical Services
Aug 41 min read


How much does PAT testing cost?
How much does PAT testing cost?

Nick - NLBS Electrical Services
Aug 31 min read


Do you hold qualifications in PAT testing?
All engineers that undertake PAT testing in NLBS Electrical Services hold the City and Guilds award in the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment. This is the standard course all PAT testers hold in industry. The course is a mixture of theory and practical training, culminating in an end of course exam and practical assessment. In addition to the qualifications however, we also ensure our engineers are competent to undertake PAT testing before they visit yo

Nick - NLBS Electrical Services
Aug 11 min read


Is PAT testing a legal requirement for landlords?
Let us start with the elephant in the room. PAT testing is not a legal requirement for landlords or rental properties. Landlords have an obligaton to ensure the electrical appliances they provide are safe for use. Appliances include everything from fridges, freezers, cookers, kettles, toasters etc. So the requirement only applies to electrical appliances the landlord provides to the tenants. The obligation to make sure appliances are safe for use generally puts an onus on the

Nick - NLBS Electrical Services
May 191 min read
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