What does Class I and Class II mean when it comes to PAT Testing?
Businesses know that carrying out PAT Testing is a requirement but what’s the difference between Class 1 and Class 2? Electrical safety can be viewed in exactly the same way as any other type of building maintenance and it is a company’s responsibility to see that it is carried out regularly and thoroughly. Businesses generally […]
18th Edition – Amendment One
The IET have issued the First Amendment to BS7671: 2018 (also known as the 18th Edition). Intersafe Operations Manager, Colin Lang, answers questions about the first Amendment to the 18th Edition. Q: What is an Amendment? An amendment is an update to the current edition of BS7671 (“the Regs”). There are generally 3 amendments issued per […]
What does Class I and Class II mean when it comes to PAT Testing?
Businesses know that carrying out PAT Testing is a requirement but what’s the difference between Class 1 and Class 2? Electrical safety can be viewed in exactly the same way as any other type of building maintenance and it is a company’s responsibility to see that it is carried out regularly and thoroughly. Businesses generally […]
What will be the effect of Brexit on Fixed Wire Electrical Testing in the UK?
BS 7671 and the UK’s role in developing future standards will be unaffected by Brexit as BSI confirms membership of CENELEC How are the electrical standards for testing set? In the UK, all fixed wire electrical testing is conducted in accordance with the guidelines set out by BS 7671 Wiring Regulations produced by the IET […]
How LED lighting improves business performance
As well as offering improved energy efficiency, LED lighting can have a huge impact on your business performance. LED Lighting is well known for its energy saving benefits and associated cost savings. But it also facilitates the application of human-centric lighting in a variety of workplaces to improve human and business performance. Human Centric Lighting is […]
What experience does a PAT Tester need?
Who can conduct PAT testing and what qualifications or experience do they need to have? We are often asked if a company can conduct PAT testing in-house. The IET (Institute of Engineering & Technology) Code of Best Practice for electrical safety, which helps you to ensure compliance with the Electrical Safety at Work Act 1989, […]
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 […]
What Are the Legal Requirements for Periodic Inspection and Testing and is it a Requirement from my Insurance Company?
As your Electrical Installation deteriorates over time. What does the law say about Periodic Testing and Inspection? Electrical installations will deteriorate over time. The rate of deterioration will depend upon the frequency of use, the working environment and the maintenance schedule. To ensure the safety of your employees and customers it is important to test […]
North Lincolnshire Council Launches Electrical Testing Health and Safety Project
North Lincolnshire Council launch initiative to ensure all electrical equipment in catering premises in county are safe. North Lincolnshire Council has launched a new health and safety project to check that all electrical equipment and systems in catering premises across the county are safe and being properly maintained. Intersafe has backed this initiative after figures […]
Major Restoration of the Houses of Parliment Could Cost Up To £5.7bn
An independent report has concluded that a major restoration of the Houses of Parliament could cost £5.7bn. An independent report has concluded that a major restoration of the Houses of Parliament without moving MPs and peers out could cost £5.7bn and take 32 years. The Houses of Parliament is a 150-year-old Grade I listed building, […]