How often should Fixed Wire Testing be carried out?
The recommended frequency of Fixed Wire Testing varies between 1 and 5 years depending upon the business type, so how often do you need to test your workplace? Fixed Wire Testing, also known as an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), checks that your electrical installations or circuits conform to the latest wiring regulations, in order […]
NEW LED Lighting Service
Intersafe launches a new LED Lighting Service to enable commercial customers to improve lighting quality, reduce energy consumption and save money. LED Lighting is the most energy and cost-efficient lighting technology on the market today and typically achieves a 50 – 80% reduction in energy costs. Intersafe offers a FREE of charge lighting survey in […]
5 Ways To Minimise Disruption During Testing
Electrical compliance testing, whether that is Fixed Wire testing or PAT doesn’t need to be disruptive to your business. These 5 simple steps can minimise delays and disruption ; Adrian Pendle, Managing Director at Intersafe, the Hampshire based electrical compliance specialists explains; “For most businesses, electrical systems and circuits are business critical, whether that is […]
Comment – The Collapse of Carillion
Adrian Pendle, Managing Director of specialist electrical contractors, Intersafe, comments on the impact on independent contractors following the recent collapse of IFM giant Carillion. Adrian, what is your reaction to the recent news about the collapse Carillion? Obviously, we are deeply concerned for the thousands of Carillion employees who suddenly find themselves out of work, […]
New Operations Manager joins Intersafe
Intersafe announces the appointment of Colin Lang as Operations Manager. Colin joins Intersafe at an exciting time, following a number of contract wins in large, complex customers such as Rolls Royce Motor Cars, Huhtamaki, the University of Winchester and the Four Seasons Hotel, Hampshire. Colin brings over 9 years’ experience within the electrical testing sector, […]
Intersafe Excels in Complex Testing Environments
2017 has been a strong growth year for Intersafe, the specialist electrical testing contractor, especially within complex testing environments. Here we review how a flexible approach has benefitted many of our clients Intersafe are committed to offering delivering a flexible approach to electrical testing, providing a bespoke service well suited to complex environments where extra […]
Does the New Year offer an ideal electrical testing time for your business?
For many industries, January and February offer quieter periods, with reduced footfall or occupancy providing an ideal opportunity to complete your PAT or Fixed Wire Testing. In order to properly test any electrical item or circuit, it must be turned off. Even if this is only for a short amount of time, it is important […]
What will the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations mean for Facilities Managers?
With a year until the implementation date of BS 7671:2018, 18th Edition (2018), we take a look at 3 potential changes which could significantly impact on you. The official period of consultation on the first draft of the 18th Edition is now complete, and the IET and committees are currently writing the final draft, reflecting public […]
PAT Testing: What is your legal responsibility?
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) – three words that every Facilities Manager will be very familiar with. But what is your legal responsibility? The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 is the legislation which places legal implications on employers to ensure the safe use of electricity in the workplace. The regulations dictate that all portable equipment must […]
Fixed Wire Testing: Your Questions Answered
The Live Chat service on our website is on hand to help. Here we look at the most frequently asked questions. What are the legal requirements for Fixed Wire Testing? Fixed Wire Testing is a legal requirement. We are frequently asked about the legislation that covers this type of electrical testing. The laws are as […]