Brighstone PAT Testing – Portable Appliance Testing Specialists

Welcome to Brighstone PAT Testing, an Isle of Wight based business established in 1998. We specialise in Portable Appliance Testing and nothing else!

We pride ourselves on the delivery of a flexible and professional service by fully qualified and CRB checked engineers, working closely with our clients to meet their requirements.

With full coverage of the Isle of Wight, Brighstone PAT testing offers the most comprehensive Isle of Wight PAT testing services including:

• Full labelling of all appliances
• PAT Testing Certificate
• Full Asset Register (which is essential in the event of fire damage or burglary)
• Automatic annual renewal notice (to give you peace of mind )
• Flexible working times to minimise disruption to your staff and customers
• All tests are carried out in accordance with The Institute of Electrical Engineers’ (IEE) code of practice
• With full public liability insurance

Our Clients presently include:

• Colleges
• Sports Centres
• Doctors Surgeries
• Hair and Beauty Salons
• Holiday Accommodation
• Yacht Clubs
• Hotels
• Office Complexes

Price Guide

• Up to 20 items: £50.00
  (minimum charge)
• Over 20 items: Price on Application

All prices quoted assume that the engineer has uninterrupted access to all the equipment in all locations.

Do I need to have Portable Appliance Testing carried out?

The Answer is yes, if your workplace contains a variety of electrical appliances that are portable, movable, handheld, stationary or fixed. The regulations make clear that there is a requirement to inspect and test all types of electrical equipment in all work situations.

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 states:

“Every employer shall ensure that work equipment is maintained in an efficient state, in efficient working order and in good repair.”

One of the first things Fire Officers and Health & Safety Inspectors usually ask to see on any inspection visit are PAT records. There are a number of additional reasons why appliances should be tested on a regular basis with the most important ones being:

1. To comply with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
2. To minimise the risk of fire and injury caused by electrical appliances (Each year about 1000 accidents at work involving electric shock or burns are reported to the Health and Safety Executive. About 30 of these are fatal).
3. To satisfy your Insurance Company
4. To comply with all Health & Safety requirements
5. As part of your Fire Risk Assessment compliance

How often do I need my Appliances Testing?

The recommended testing and inspection frequency varies depending on the type of equipment and the environment in which it is used.

After the initial testing by the engineer, a risk assessment will be made, as to the frequency of testing for each appliance which can range from:

• 3 months (high risk areas such as construction sites)
• up to 48 months (low risk areas such as offices)

We have listed the most obvious Industries that we recommend to be PAT Tested:

• Accommodation
  Hotels, Guest Houses, Caravan Parks, Self Catering Holiday Accommodation, Property Letting.
• Tourism
  Attractions, Tourist Centres, Public Buildings, Restaurants, Sports Centres, Shops, Fitness Centres.
• Commerce
  Offices, Industrial Premises, Construction Sites.
• Education
  Schools, Colleges, Nurseries.
• Health
  Doctors, Dentists, Hospitals, Hair & Beauty Salons.