Electrical Safety Check

Electrical Safety Check Sequence

To comply with electrical safety standards under law, inspection and testing procedures should be performed on all non-domestic electrical installations. The electrical testing sequence will be determined primarily by whether testing is for initial verification of a new installation or periodic testing of an existing appliance.

Initial Verification Testing Sequence

New installations and alterations require ‘Initial Verification’. This involves a specific electrical testing sequence to be followed. Each test builds on the previous one having passed, to give correct results without the test causing danger.

Under BS 7671, reg. 612.1, tests A to G are, where relevant, to be carried out first and in order before the installation is energised:

Earthing and bonding satisfactory
All conductors present and continuous
Insulation satisfactory
No short circuits or excessive leakage
Polarity/connection of all items correct
Resistance of any earth electrodes sufficiently low
Insulation resistance test should be the last test done, and all equipment covers should be replaced, save for the cover of the distribution board, prior to re-energising.

Under regulation 612.1, tests I to O do not necessarily have to be conducted in a particular order, but IEE Guidance Note 3 stipulates all the tests to be conducted in the order above.

Following this order should in most cases help to ensure satisfactory results in one test will normally indicate that the following test can be carried out effectively, minimising the amount of retesting. In practice, however, the order may need to be varied for example to minimise disruption.

An experienced and qualified electrician will be able to assess and advise on the most appropriate testing sequence.

Why Commercial Premises should have a Safety Check?

An Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) is an official document that is produced following an assessment to an electrical installation; it could be domestic, commercial or industrial.

Electrical testing in your property is an important part of running any business, and this is especially true for businesses which are heavily used by members of the public.

Buildings such as hotels or offices are often in use around the clock, with large-scale electrical systems that are subject to wear, tear, corrosion, overloading and a whole host of other factors that could lead to deterioration and eventual faults, and we all know that it is better to prevent than to treat or fix.

Regular electrical testing by qualified electricians in the form of an Electrical Installation Condition Report is a great and simple way to get your premises' electrics checked.

Commercial Safety Check Services

We specialise in commercial electrical installation condition reports (formally known as Periodic Inspection & Test) and strongly believe that our prices are the best around for the level of service you will receive.

A commercial EICR report covers a wide range of circumstances, such as certification for your business insurance, landlord safety compliance, lettings or mortgage application reports.

Some of the businesses we’ve tested in the past include:

Offices
Retail Shops
Warehouses and Storage Units
Industrial Units
Nursing/Care Homes
Schools, Colleges, Universities
Student Houses and HMO’s
Residential Communal Areas
Hotels, Restaurants and Bars
Holiday Parks
Public Buildings

What does an electrical safety check involve?

The qualified engineer will be assessing the overall build quality, performance and safety of an electrical installation. They will be looking out, especially for any deterioration or defects.

The first stage of the test is usually a visual assessment. Equipment will be inspected to see if anything is clearly in need of repair or replacement. There might be breaks or cracks in appliances.

There also may be obvious signs of overheating, in which case the equipment will need replacing. In older properties, the distribution board may be a fuse cartridge which would now be changed for an MCB board.

This electrical upgrade offers far greater protection with RCD, and Earth leakage monitors that trip when a fault occurs.

Next, the qualified electrician will have to disconnect the electrical installation from the mains power supply.

Specific circuits will undergo dead testing to identify any wires which are inadequately connected.

There will also be live electrical testing. These include a precautionary test to check that if there does happen to be a fault in the system, it will disconnect within the time limit. This test, in particular, highlights one of the most important reasons for EICR tests. It checks if components are in suitable condition to work as intended in the future.

The qualified electrician will also check whether the quality of the earthing and bonding is sufficient and whether the earth protection is sufficient. There will also be a further examination of the following equipment: switches, sockets, power outlets, light fittings and any sockets installed in the property. The frequency of EICR testing varies with property type. To check when you need your property tested

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Our highly qualified team of electrical engineers undertake all types of Electrical Checks on every scale, across all industries throughout Liverpool.

Emergency lighting testing services can also be included in our electrical maintenance contracts, electrical installation and electrical repairs for clients wishing to outsource their electrical works.

So, whatever your requirements are, we can help, call 01925320707 or send your enquiry to info@cseelectrical.co.uk

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Why should you choose CSE?

CSE offer a Electrical Safety Checks upon commercial and industrial properties offering a reliable and undisruptive service.

As approved inspection and testing contractors, CSE offer your establishment, a frequent and reliable Fixed Wire Testing Service ensuring you stay up to date with the latest Legal Requirements in accordance with BS 7671:01925 320 707 regulations.

Our team of electrical engineers undertake Electrical Testing on every scale, across all industries and on a nationwide basis. So, whatever your requirements are, we can help.

Regardless of size or market sector, we have the capability to provide innovative electrical services throughout the UK. From single sites to large national property portfolios. CSE Electrical offers the most expert, cost-effective, and hassle-free electrical services to keep businesses safe and compliant.

Our innovative use of technology and online reporting means we can provide full photographic records of our inspections, making our reports user friendly and easy to understand.

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