Periodic Electrical Inspection and Testing

What is Periodic Electrical Inspection And Testing & why do i need it?

Under the Electricity at Work Act 1989, all business and commercial spaces must make sure that the electrical installations are deemed safe for use by employees and the public. This is done by carrying out a periodic electrical inspection and test by a qualified, professional electrician.

All commercial buildings, including offices, shops as well as educational establishments should be inspected every five years.

What does this achieve?

A periodic electrical inspection and testing will:

Find any defective electrical work.
Expose if there is any of your electrical circuits or systems that are getting overloaded.
Discover any possible dangers of electric shock and fire hazards.

Check if there is any deficiency of earthing or bonding.
Installed electronic systems go through tests to check if there are any faulty wires.

What happens after the inspection?

After the periodic test is completed, you will receive an Electrical Inspection Condition Report (EICR). Any corrosion, disruption, failures or other unsafe aspects of your electrical system will be outlined in the report, plus anything that is not consistent with current safety requirements or may put people at risk is included in it. The information is given in the form of codes which decrease in seriousness down the number.

Code 1(C1) Requires urgent attention
Code 2(C2) Required improvement
Code 3(C3) Requires further investigation
Code 4(C4) Does not comply with B7671

Questions?

Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of assistance in answering any questions you may have about the testing or inspection or if you want to arrange an inspection for your own premises.

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