The Test
Portable appliance testing includes a thorough visual inspection of the appliance to check for:
- Damage to the flex
- Damaged to the plug and casing (overheating, burn marks, discolouration)
- An incorrectly wired plug
- An incorrectly rated fuse
A series of electrical tests are then performed. Dependent upon the class of equipment tests may include:
- Earth Bond Testing
- Insulation Resistance
- Flex Polarity Test
- Earth Leakage Test
- Load Test
- Touch Leakage Test
- Functional Check
Appliances are discreetly labeled with the result of the test (pass or fail). Any remedial action that can be taken during testing (repairing plugs/fuses etc) will be carried out and re-tested at the time at no extra cost. More complex faults or damage are reported to the business manager.
All appliances will need to be unplugged for testing.
