In this article, our Managing Director, Rebecca Broadhead, explores the key essential measures the company has taken to ensure the Safe Delivery of Training throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic for the on-site, client site-based training and online training facilities. She also discusses the importance of training during furlough, also known as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
How Often Should Electrical Equipment be Tested in the Workplace?
A question that is often asked is how often should my electrical equipment be tested at work? Often referred to as PAT Testing (which in itself is incorrect as it becomes Portable Appliance Testing- Testing) the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment is required by regulation 4(2) of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 which requires equipment that may become dangerous if not maintained be maintained to prevent such danger from arising. HSR 25, Guidance on the Regulations identifies inspection and testing as being a means of verifying that maintenance is effective, but recognises that other methods of compliance do exist.
HSE has produced guidance on what needs to be done, and how frequently PAT testing should be carried out....
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Distribution Network Operator Calculated Fault Level Requests
Following our series of articles regarding the Importance of Data Collection for Arc Flash Analysisour engineers discuss calculated prospective fault level at the point of connection with the Distribution Network Operator (DNO), the issues we have experienced and the importance of the information.
Take a read of the key advice directly from one of Electrical Safety UK's Electrical Engineers who analyses Arc Flash data daily and why it's so important to get it right!
Does your team fully understand what the law requires in order to manage the risk of Arc Flash in your organisation? Request a copy of our updated guide here
ONLINE ELECTRICAL SAFETY
HEALTH CHECK - Self Assessment
Achieving compliance with legislation such as the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 can be a complex and challenging task. As an organisation you may feel that you fully comply or you may not be sure of your current position.
Our ONLINEElectrical Safety Health Check will provide you with an insight into your current level of compliance, guidance on what the HSE is looking for and a plan to achieve compliance without compromising your business. Try it here today!
