Fire Safety in the Workplace

Portable Appliance Testing for Universities

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is the easiest way to ensure your university’s electrical equipment is safe. As the building occupier, you have a responsibility to protect the safety and wellbeing of your staff, students and visitors. PAT testing involves both visual inspection and testing, to ensure your electrical appliances are in good working order and safe for use.

What is a PAT Certificate?

A PAT certificate is a document that details every electrical appliance in your university and whether it meets safety standards. PAT certificates are usually issued by a qualified electrician or PAT testing company. The certificate will include:
  • The site where the test was completed at
  • A record of each appliance and whether it passed or failed
  • The date the test was completed on
  • Details about the company that completed the test
  • Electrical test readings
  • A recommendation for when the next test should be arranged
Whilst portable appliance testing isn’t technically a legal requirement, you have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of your staff. Regular portable appliance testing is the best way to ensure the electrical appliances in your university are safe for use.
Through our national network of fully certified engineers, Hawkesworth provide a range of technical compliance and testing services to ensure you’re not at risk – we’ve got you covered!

Why Choose Hawkesworth for Portable Appliance Testing?

From Central London to the Channel Islands, we can mobilise a local engineer to visit your university and conduct a thorough PAT test. We have more than 30 years of experience in PAT testing and we conduct more than seven million tests per year.
  • We offer 24/7 service to ensure minimal disruption
  • We’re a comprehensive contractor offering a range of services (including fire alarm testing and EICR)
  • We offer handy reminders so you don’t have to keep track of your PAT testing schedule
  • We go the extra mile, offering a detailed report with photos of every appliance tested and whether it passed or failed
To arrange a PAT certificate UK-wide, get in touch with our team. You can fill in our form for a free, no-obligation quote, or just give us a call to chat through your requirements.

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As well as PAT testing, we offer a range of other services in electrical and fire safety.