We cover a wide range of areas from complete installation of new buildings, lighting, re-wiring, and additional power to desks and general requirements around the building.
Our Testing team provides Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Building Testing and Emergency Lighting Testing.
All work is fully tested and covered by our NIC/EIC electricians to ensure all areas that have been worked on are safe and tested against BS 7671 requirements.
We offer free quotations so please call 01959 575122 to book your installation survey.
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
Legal Requirements: There are regulations, which cover health and safety law:
The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 puts the duty of care upon both the employer and the employee to ensure the safety of all persons using the work place.
The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 states:
“Every employer shall make suitable and sufficient assessment of:
the risks to the health and safety of his employees to which they are exposed whilst at work” and to ensure the health and safety of persons not in his employment arising out of or in connection with the conduct by him or his undertaking.”
Testing case study
To yearly test every Portable Appliance on both floors of Millbank Tower and 30-32 Millbank London. We estimate that the total amount of tests to be 1320 which will include all IEC leads, extension 4-way gangs, IT equipment, kitchen appliances etc. All work will conform to the Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment compiled by the Institute of Electrical Engineers.
Each appliance will be tested, labelled and documented and upon completion of the testing a test summary and certificate provided.
Testing Equipment
We use the Seaward Europa Plus testers, which have the ability to undertake a full compliment of tests and have dual voltage facilities. They perform in-situ Earth Bond and touch current tests while the equipment under test remains powered up; leading to shorter test times.
They also record the asset details from maintenance – allowing you to print labels and download the results into a software management system. With in-situ testing less time is spent disconnecting the appliance from accessories and avoid having to power down critical equipment.
Testing Procedure
In-Service testing involves Preliminary visual inspection Earth continuity tests (for Class 1 equipment).
Insulation testing (which may sometimes be substituted by touch current measurement). Functional checks.
A person who is competent in the safe use of the test equipment, and who is able to interpret the obtained test results, will perform electrical testing.
Record Keeping
Records of tests along with test results should be kept throughout the working life of an appliance. Without such records duty holders cannot be certain that the inspection and testing has actually been carried out. If an unfortunate incident should occur then records of test results could prove that you had done all “as far as is reasonably practical” in preventing danger.
Records should include:
- A register of all Equipment
- A record of formal visual inspections and tests
- A repair register
- A register of faulty equipment
Operators
5-Year Electrical Inspection & Testing
Our Electrical Inspection Team advises on and inspects for compliance with the Electrical Wiring Regulations to keep your business safe from electrical hazards.
Periodic Inspection
A periodic inspection is an examination of the existing electrical installation and will identify and deficiencies against the national safety standards for electrical installations.
A periodic inspection will identify:
- If any electrical circuits are overloaded
- Find any potential electrical shock risks and fire hazards
- Highlight any lack of earth or bonding
Periodic Inspection Timescales
It is recommended that a periodic inspection and testing is carried out every 5 years for commercial properties as every electrical installation deteriorates with use and age.
Checks During the Periodic Inspection
The electrical installation will be checked against the requirements of BS 761 – requirements for electrical installations (IEE Wiring Regulations) and includes the following:
- Adequacy of earthing and bonding
- Suitability of the switchgear and control gear
- Serviceability of equipment
- Type of wiring systems and its condition
- Provision of residual current devices for socket outlets
- Presence of adequate identification and notices
- Extent of wear and tear
- Changes in use of the premises which may lead to deficiencies in the installation
Periodic Inspection Report
A periodic inspection report (PIR) is a formal record of the findings of the inspection, its main purpose is to report the safety and condition of am existing installation. It should describe the overall condition as either satisfactory (no immediate remedial work is required) or unsatisfactory (remedial work is required to make the existing installation safe to use).
A full report will be completed on any circuits that a fault is found or circuits that do not comply with current regulations.
Experts in Electrical Installation
What work do you need completing?
Do you need additional utilities such as heating or air conditioning?
What is the long-term plan for your premises?
What is your budget?
Once we have this information, we’ll put a design brief and quote together, so you can get a better understanding of the work involved and how much it will cost. While some parts of the installation will be essential, others won’t be. This means we can tailor your electrical installation to the unique needs of your business. Every aspect of the installation will have a fixed cost, saving you from any nasty surprises once the work is completed.
Before carrying out a commercial electrical installation, we take the time to understand what a client is looking for. Depending on a company’s needs, this could range from a full electrical installation for a new commercial property to a partial rewiring of your current premises – if you are planning to extend or renovate, for example. Here are some of the questions we will typically ask when you first approach us about installation work.
As a NICEIC Approved Contractor, you can rely on Globalnet to provide a first-class electrical service. All our electricians are trained to the very highest standard and always ensure that any electrical work complies with the latest safety regulations, including Part ‘P’ of the Building Regulations, the Electricity Supply Regulations and the Electricity at Work Regulations.
Electrical Installation Certificate
Upon completion of an electrical installation, addition or alteration, Globalnet will provide you with a certificate declaring that it meets the appropriate safety standards. This will either be an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) or a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate (MEIWC).
It’s important to keep hold of this certificate, as it will save you from having to pay for costly exploratory work in the future. In addition, if somebody claims a fire or injury was caused by an electrical installation, an EIC or MEIWC can serve as documentary evidence that it was completed to a satisfactory standard of safety.
On-going Electrical Maintenance
As an employer, it’s your responsibility to protect the health and safety of your employees. For that reason, you’ll need to ensure that your electrical installations are kept in good working order.
Here at Globalnet, we have the necessary expertise to carry out EICR (Electrical Inspection Condition Report) testing for your business every five years, as well as PAT testing on your electrical appliances. If any remedial work is required following these tests, we will provide you with a quote upfront and make sure it is completed at a time that suits you, with minimal disruption.