Portable Appliance Testing Ireland — Professional PAT Testing Service
Professional Portable Appliance Testing with Procheck
Why Choose Procheck for Portable Appliance Testing?
What Does a PAT Test Cover?
Every PAT test covers a visual inspection of the plug, cable, and appliance casing, followed by a series of electrical tests including earth continuity, insulation resistance, and lead polarity where applicable.
Procheck tests all portable appliances — from computers and printers to power tools, extension leads, and kitchen equipment. Every item that passes is labelled with the test date and next due date.
While the term PAT testing does not appear word for word in Irish law, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations 2007 require employers to ensure all portable electrical equipment is regularly inspected by a competent person. Therefore, regular testing is essential for any Irish business. Read the full breakdown here.
It depends on the type of appliance and its environment. For example, office equipment needs testing every one to two years. However, equipment on construction sites or in kitchens usually needs annual testing. Find out more about testing frequency.
In short, any electrical appliance with a plug that staff use at work needs testing. This includes computers, kettles, power tools and extension leads. See the full list of appliances covered.
The HSA can issue notices and pursue prosecution. In serious cases, business owners face fines or imprisonment. Furthermore, your insurer can refuse to pay out on a claim if testing had lapsed. Read more about the consequences of non-compliance.
Simply get in touch with Procheck. We cover businesses nationwide and can have your appliances tested and certified quickly. Visit our PAT testing page to request a quote.