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How often should a sewing machine be PAT tested?
Asked by Denise BeardAt the moment, the regulations do not specify what needs to be done, by whom or how frequently (for ...
View full answerI am buying a fridge/freezer for a rental property. If it is 'hard wired', via a switched fused spur, is there a requirement to have the device PAT tested? Similarly does a fixed electric cooker require a PAT test?
Asked by Charles LeatherbarrowThere is currently no legal requirement in England for Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), but there i...
View full answerin a rented property what is classed as a portable appliance?
Asked by benjamin gibbsTechnically any appliance supplied as part of the rental agreement is considered to be a portable ap...
View full answerWe do not advise using electrical tape to repair damage to appliances. You should have a Portable Ap...
View full answerHow can I check if an electrician is qualified to do Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)?
Asked by Deirdre ClarkeAn electrician registered with any of the Government-approved schemes will be able to carry out Port...
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