PAT Testing Service
TISS Electrical provides professional PAT testing services for businesses nationwide. As one of the leading electrical testing companies in the UK, our qualified engineers test electrical equipment to keep your workplace safe, compliant and ready for inspection.
Whether you need 25 items tested or 250,000, we have the team and technology to complete the work efficiently with minimal disruption to your operations. We’ve successfully completed electrical testing projects ranging from small offices to large estates across the UK.
Leading PAT Testing Company For Businesses
PAT testing (now officially called ITEE) ensures your electrical appliances are safe for use.
Our portable appliance testing service includes thorough visual inspections and electronic tests on equipment that plugs into the mains supply, identifying electrical faults before they cause accidents, fires or equipment failure.
Every PAT test we conduct follows the latest 18th Edition BS7671:2018+A2:2022 standards and the IET 5th Edition Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment. Our PAT test procedures meet industry regulations and help maintain your electrical safety compliance.
Our Professional PAT Testing Service Process
Visual Inspection
Our engineers check for obvious electrical safety issues like cracked plugs, damaged cables, exposed wiring, scorch marks or signs of wear that could pose a risk. This visual check is the first step in every PAT test, identifying problems with portable appliances before we begin electronic testing.
Electronic Testing
Using calibrated PAT testing equipment, we measure earth continuity, insulation resistance and lead polarity. These electrical tests identify faults invisible to the naked eye, ensuring your appliances meet safety standards.
Clear Results
Every appliance gets a pass or fail label showing the inspection date and next PAT test due. Failed items are withdrawn from service immediately and documented in your testing report.
What Electrical Equipment Do We Test?
Any electrical equipment connected to the mains supply needs portable appliance testing:
- Office equipment: computers, monitors, printers, phone chargers, desk lamps
- Kitchen appliances: kettles, microwaves, refrigerators, coffee machines
- Power tools and industrial equipment
- Extension leads, adaptors and USB cables
- Vending machines and water coolers
- Medical equipment in healthcare settings
- Audio visual equipment and entertainment systems
- Fixed electrical equipment that plugs into the mains
Whether you have portable appliances or fixed equipment, our electrical testing services cover everything that needs inspection and testing for safety compliance.
Industries We Provide PAT Testing Services For
Our portable appliance testing service supports businesses across multiple sectors. We understand industry specific electrical safety requirements and tailor our testing services to fit your operational needs.
Schools and Education
We handle large testing volumes during holidays and term breaks. Our teams work around education schedules, completing thousands of electrical equipment tests and safety checks efficiently during shutdown periods. Schools trust us to test computers, projectors, portable heaters and kitchen appliances without disrupting the academic calendar.
Healthcare and Care Homes
Testing medical equipment, portable heaters and kitchen appliances in hospitals and care homes requires a sensitive approach. Our teams work quietly during off-peak hours, conducting electrical safety checks without getting in the way of patient care. Healthcare facilities have strict compliance standards and insurance requirements, which our testing services are designed to meet.
Hospitality
Busy hotels, restaurants, bars and cafes can’t afford downtime for testing. We schedule work around your service times and peak periods. From commercial kitchen equipment to portable heaters, every appliance gets thorough safety checks and proper certification that satisfies insurance requirements.
Offices and Corporate
Banks, insurance companies and office buildings need electrical testing that doesn’t disrupt the working day. We conduct safety checks on everything from desk equipment and kitchen appliances to meeting room technology, working around your schedule. Commercial offices stay compliant without staff even noticing we’re there.
Retail and Entertainment
Opening hours and trading patterns dictate when we can access shops, theatres and entertainment venues. We’re flexible. Point of sale systems, display lighting, sound equipment – we test everything outside your busiest periods. Both retail premises and commercial entertainment venues get the same thorough approach.
Industrial and Manufacturing
Factories and industrial units often have high volumes of equipment with specific electrical safety requirements. Our teams handle complex sites with power tools, machinery and fixed electrical equipment efficiently. We understand industrial compliance standards and conduct thorough electrical inspections across large facilities.
Large Scale PAT Testing Services
We coordinate experienced engineers and qualified inspectors who follow consistent processes across every job. Whether testing portable appliances or fixed equipment, you get reliable results regardless of site complexity.
Our coordinated teams complete large projects efficiently and thoroughly. We have handled electrical testing ranging from 1,000 to 250,000 items across education facilities, hospitals, hotel chains and industrial estates nationwide.
Included at no extra cost. Our calibrated equipment streamlines testing and ensures accurate results with full traceability. Live data logging means faster reporting and better documentation for your compliance records.
Need to split testing over the tax year? Many clients opt for a 50/50 split across March and April. We accommodate education facilities, businesses with limited access periods and sites that need work completed during shutdown times.
Why Choose Our PAT Testing Service
What sets us apart from other PAT testing companies is our combination of experienced engineers, transparent processes and nationwide coverage. Every PAT test is conducted to the same high standards regardless of location or site complexity.
Complete Transparency
Every engineer comes with an ID pack including full name, photograph, qualifications, calibration certificate, insurance details and Enhanced DBS number. You always know who’s conducting electrical testing on your site.
Clear Documentation
Upon completion of our portable appliance testing service, you receive:
- An inventory of each appliance tested with location and description
- Full electrical test results for every item
- A list of failed items with explanations
- Photographic evidence of failed equipment
- Free advisory photos of other electrical safety issues we spot
- Clear testing reports with no confusing technical jargon
Your final report, photos and advisories are zipped and sent via email for easy record keeping and compliance documentation.
Proven Track Record
We’ve completed electrical testing on thousands of sites across the UK. From small businesses with 50 appliances to large organisations with over 250,000 items, our PAT testing services deliver consistent results. Each PAT test is documented thoroughly and clients trust our electrical safety expertise across healthcare, education, hospitality, manufacturing and corporate sectors.
Minimal Disruption
We plan electrical testing around your schedule and complete jobs on time. Our efficient processes and technology keep work moving smoothly without endless delays. Whether you need portable appliance testing during business hours or outside peak times, we work around your operational needs.
Is PAT Testing Required By Law?
Yes. The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 make it clear: employers must ensure electrical equipment is safe to use.
Portable appliance testing ensures compliance with these regulations. Our testing follows the IET Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment. Insurance companies expect proper testing records as part of your Health and Safety compliance. Without them, you risk prosecution, invalidated claims or liability issues if faulty appliances cause harm.
Many insurers now require regular testing before providing cover. They know faulty electrical equipment causes fires, which is why they’re strict about compliance.
How Often Should PAT Testing Be Done?
Testing frequency depends on risk assessment and equipment type. Our electrical testing services help you determine the right schedule based on your specific situation.
Construction sites and factories operate in high risk environments. Equipment used daily or moved frequently needs testing every 3 to 6 months. That’s just sensible given the harsh conditions and constant use.
Most offices, schools and retail premises test annually. High use items like staff room kettles might need checking more often, but once a year covers most equipment adequately.
Hotels, restaurants and care homes typically follow an annual schedule too. Commercial kitchen equipment working in hot, greasy environments often needs more frequent safety checks. Your insurer might have specific requirements worth checking.
We conduct proper risk assessments with you to work out the right schedule. No point over testing and wasting money, but equally you don’t want dangerous gaps in electrical safety compliance.
Nationwide PAT Testing Coverage
We provide PAT testing services across the UK from our offices in Chelmsford, Cambridge, Ipswich and Sheffield. Our electrical testing teams serve clients nationwide, handling small sites and large estates with efficient planning and reliable execution.
We conduct portable appliance testing across Essex, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Yorkshire and beyond, supporting organisations that need electrical safety and compliance services they can trust. Our nationwide coverage means we can provide consistent electrical testing services whether you have one site or multiple locations across the country.
Get Your PAT Testing Service Sorted Properly
Don’t wait until an insurance audit or HSE inspection to discover gaps in your electrical testing. Keep your site safe, legal and ready for inspection with our professional portable appliance testing services.
Our goal is simple: make electrical safety clear, fast and properly documented. Whether you run a care home, school, hotel, restaurant, office or factory, we ensure your electrical appliances are compliant and safe through thorough testing and inspection.
Call us today at 01245 377 625 to discuss your PAT testing requirements and get a free quote for your portable appliance testing service.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our PAT Testing Service
When electrical equipment fails our portable appliance testing, it gets labelled and withdrawn from service immediately. You then decide whether to repair or replace it. If repaired, the equipment must undergo another PAT test before being put back into use. Our testing reports clearly document all failed items for your compliance records.
We just need access to the electrical equipment and appliances that need testing. Make sure items are accessible and unplugged where possible. Our engineers handle the rest, conducting thorough electrical safety checks with minimal disruption to your operations.
All our engineers and inspectors are trained to conduct portable appliance testing to current industry standards. Our team of qualified professionals holds relevant electrical qualifications and follows the IET Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment. Every engineer carries calibrated testing equipment and proper identification.
Yes. We adapt our electrical testing services to your schedule. Many clients prefer portable appliance testing outside business hours or during quieter periods. We work around your operational needs to minimise disruption while ensuring thorough electrical safety checks.