Electrical Installation Testing

Periodic Testing Requirements

The testing of electrical installation systems are a legal requirement, and can be confusing. It is important to understand what and why this type of testing is and why it is required?

The fixed wire test is also referred to as periodic testing. It is an important inspection of your properties wiring structure. The test highlights any potential problems you may not be aware of.

Tests take place not only to meet the legal requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations Act 1989.

Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and BS 7671 (IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition as amended), it also provides you with evidence that your electrical hard wiring system is safe.

This type of test should only ever be carried out by fully trained, qualified staff.

Increasingly, industrial and commercial insurers are insisting that inspection and testing be carried out on a regular basis.

Below is a table indicating recommendations for the periodic inspection.

Electrical Installation Testing Explained

Explanation

Fixed wire testing is a vital procedure and is an essential task which can be difficult therefore it is necessary to let a professional to carry out these tests. The tests are performed upon the fixed wiring within distribution boards and the residual current device is inspected and tested. This type of electrical testing should only be carried out by only competent persons.
EICR?

The safety condition report (EICR) is displayed within a test certificate which is a legal document. The electrical certificate is similar to a fault log report but it also contains a count of occurrences of each fault.
Fixed Wire Test?

Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.Fixed wire testing is an essential task and can be time consuming and inconvenient as the power has to be turned off for some tests. We can generally work around your limitations to loosing power within the workplace.
Purpose?

The Inspection provides the ideal opportunity for checking the general condition of the equipment and that all parts are in sound condition. Our skilled engineers provides a comprehensive inspection service, ensuring that any property from a mobile home to a factory complex is running as safely and efficiently as possible.

The safety inspection report will reveal if any circuits or equipment are being overloaded, locate any potential shock risks and fire hazards within an installation, identify any defective work, or highlight any lack of earthing or bonding.

Why choose CSE?

Our engineers and operatives are experts in spotting any potential hazards within your internal system. We check all areas of your system including the main incoming supply point through to sockets, light fittings, and other wiring accessories by injecting test voltages. This shows the true functionality of cables and connections.

Take advantage of our Reliable, transparent compliance solutions to all commercial properties throughout the UK.

Booking in your test is simple, and we pride ourselves on delivering a smooth non-interrupted service.

OUR! 3 Easy Steps to Receive a Satisfactory Report

Upon completion of the fixed wire test and in order to receive your EIRC, you will be provided with the following information:

Periodic inspection certificate
Pre consultation to discuss requirements
Detailed circuit assessment sheets
Survey report (general site faults)
Survey report (specific faults, locations & suggested solutions relating to distribution boards and circuits)
Laminated "self-adhesive" circuit assessment sheets (if required)
Dangerous conditions report forms (copy handed to a site representative at time of test)
Dangerous conditions report forms (copy included with report)

Test results are entered directly onto our software on site by our engineers. The programmes used have been written by our in house IT department and are unique to CSE..

If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our team on 01925 320707

TEST

An experienced and qualified electrician will conduct a visual and live inspection upon each circuit. All findings will be recorded.

REPORT

2 working days after inspection you will receive your EICR (report) list any faults which will require correcting.

CORRECTIVE WORKS

CSE will automatically create you a quotation for any corrective works, meaning you can book in immediately.

Fixed Wiring Installation Type	Recommended Routine Check	Maximum Periods Between Tests
Residential	Change of Occupancy / 1 year	5 years
Commercial	1 year	5 years
Educational Buildings	4 months	5 years
Hospitals	1 year	5 years
Industrial	1 year	3 years
Offices	1 year	5 years
Shops	1 year	5 years
Laboratories	1 yea	5 years
Cinemas/Theatres	1 year	3 years
Churches	1 year	3 years
Leisure Complexes	1 year	3 years
Swimming Pools	4 months	1 year
Public Entertainment	1 year	3 years
Restaurants / Hotels / Public Houses	1 year	5 years

Do you have a report full of C1, C2 and FI faults?

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Nationwide

CSE offer commercial safety upon throughout the UK and ensure we address all of your electrical safety needs. In addition we protect you from unwanted issues with insurance companies.

Insured

As fully qualified and insured contractors, we also offer installation services and are Multi Council approved.

DBS

All our engineers are fully qualified and DBS enhanced, which ensures our service meets your health and safety requirements at affordable prices.

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