The Essentials of Fixed Wire Testing
Conducted methodically, fixed wire testing ensures your electrical systems and devices are all in top working order, adhering to the required safety regulations. This procedure is also known in the industry as a Periodic Inspection Report or, more specifically, as Periodic Electrical Testing in Edgbaston.
The RJ Electrical Contractors team excels in fixed wire testing using state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technology. By this, we mean a comprehensive evaluation and testing of a site’s electrical installations to identify defects or noncompliance with standard electrical norms.
During our fixed wire test in Edgbaston, what components do we inspect?
To appraise the performance and safety of your electrical network our fixed wire electrical testing uses advanced tools and our accumulated knowledge from our many years in the electric industry to identify and address possible issues. Here’s what we look for:
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Overload Detection: Here, we conduct checks on electrical equipment and circuits to uncover any signs of being overloaded.
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Earthing and Bond Survey: Our survey is all about assessing your earthing and bonding for what’s not good enough.
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Switches, Sockets and Lighting: We offer a full service for your switches, sockets and light fittings, with particular attention to items like old pin sockets and skirting board sockets that may need replacing for safety and performance.
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Property Safety Check for Fire & Electrical Risks: Our team does a safety check of your property to find fire hazards and electrical shock risks.
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Defective Work: We highlight any defective electrical work.
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Switch and Control Gear Suitability and Replacement: We check all switch and control gear are fit for purpose, we can replace dated equipment like wooden backed fuse boxes with new ones.
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Wiring System Condition: We verify the kind and condition of the electrical wiring systems, upgrades are necessary for older properties with lead, fabric or rubber coatings to the safer, PVC insulated cables.
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Compliance Notices: We check your property has the necessary and up to date notices.
How Are Tests Performed?
British Electrical Safety Standards: Our testing is based on the BS 7671 – IET Wiring Regulations, the UK standard for electrical safety. This full rulebook covers all aspects of electrical installations, and our engineers have modern technological insights and safety instructions.
Three Stage Testing Process:
1. Inspection:
The first step of our electrical assessment is a visual check where our expert team assess the condition of electrical installations. This includes checking cables, switches, sockets and other electrical components for signs of damage or wear to BS 7671.
2. Operation:
After the detailed inspection of electrical installations, our professionals do operational tests, evaluating the systems in normal operating environments for efficiency and effectiveness. A specific supply test on circuit breakers, RCDs and other disconnection devices ensures they are operating safely within parameters.
3. Defect Report:
The last part of our fixed wire testing process is to produce a defect report. Any defects or anomalies found during the inspection and testing are recorded in the electrical installation condition report, with a complete list of recommended works for the client. We aim to provide a transparent service, explaining what needs to be fixed to rectify any issues and ensure your electrical installations are safe and operating efficiently.
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Who can perform fixed wire testing?
It’s important to hire a contractor for fixed wire testing that has experience and NICEIC Approval. The stability of your property’s safety relies upon a comprehensive and expertly managed testing. Going to a contractor who is outdated in testing methodologies or does not possess approved accreditation could be dangerous.
RJ Electrical Contractors are NICEIC Approved Contractors.
Who are the NICEIC
NICEIC is the leading voluntary regulator for electrical contractors in the UK. Contractors approved by NICEIC are tested to verify their competence, resources and knowledge of electrical installation to current standards, codes of practice and their registration schemes. Customers of NICEIC approved companies can trust in their reliability and compliance.
What is the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)?
The Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is an official document that examines the safety of electrical installations within any given property; a qualified electrician must do this. A report is issued after a successful electrical test, ensuring the electrics meet the required safety standards.
Through identifying deficiencies in comparison to the national safety guidelines for electrical installations, the EICR suggests necessary adjustments. Remember, the EICR is designed not to diagnose problems but to establish that electrical systems are safely operational and pose no hazards.
How Often Do I Need to Have an Inspection?
When managing a commercial space or a public access facility it’s important to get the building to comply with electrical safety standards. Remember this is more than a recommendation; it’s a legal requirement – one that should be number one for any property manager or company owner in Edgbaston.
In Edgbaston, as a property owner you should know the importance of maintaining certain standards to protect your property and everyone in it. Electrical safety is not optional but a requirement.
Having fixed wire testing and electrical checks in Edgbaston is the key to ensuring electrical safety and standard compliance. This proactive measure reduces the likelihood of electrical faults and helps meet legal obligations, landlords safeguard their properties.
Minimising Electrical Hazards and Ensuring Compliance with Regulations
We strictly adhere to extensive safety and compliance standards across our service offering, executing necessary tests as electrical installations naturally degrade with age and use, ensuring the safety of the property.
Testing of emergency lighting is key for compliance with safety standards; lighting is used during power failures and meets legal requirements. It is advisable to conduct regular inspections of electrical installations to ensure they are in a good state as part of a proactive plan to stay compliant with health and safety rules and sidestep any legal implications.
RJ Electrical Contractors, endowed with qualifications and accreditations, extend a comprehensive range of services to accommodate your demands. Our team excels in delivering projects on schedule and within the agreed budget, focusing on a client-oriented service from the outset to completion. With the capability to carry out fixed wire testing in Edgbaston, your trust in RJ Electrical Contractors guarantees your safety.
Key Take Aways: The Role of Periodic Inspection in Ensuring Electrical Safety
Electric testing is important and as a landlord it forms part of your legal responsibility. Before you let out a property, you must ensure that the electrical installations are in proper working order and are safe for anyone to use. This protects your tenants and ensures your investment is as safe as possible and reputable as the property you are selling to tenants or buyers.
Ensuring that electrical installations are meticulously inspected and tested is important during a property’s construction phase and remains so after the building is fully completed and occupied.
