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  1. Dozer 73

    Do you need to PAT test / test fixed appliances

    Been asked this question today by one of our engineers , do you need to pat test / test fixed appliances / equipment ( hand dryers , heaters etc ) My opinion Yes he thinks no Something we don’t really do but know we really should and keep records of these tests
  2. C

    to PAT or not to PAT

    Hello Guys PAT testing for me has always been a little chargeable favor for clients however i have just been offered a job which is more than i would like 1000+ items, I only want the job as it will lead to proper installation works later. I normally charge an hourly rate however i dont want...
  3. Donovan Vigus

    PAT Tester Recommendations

    Hello, I'm looking to buy an easy to use PAT tester. I am currently using the Seaward Primetest 350. The thing is you have to have software for this tester to download your test onto your PC. I know that the Primetest Apollo range is easier to use as there is no need for software. Any other...
  4. GMES

    Personalised pat labels

    Any reccomendations for online pat test labels, I only usually do regular customers as part of the overall service but my Biggest customer as asked me to start doing their stuff. I am looking at approx 3000 items every year and some twice a year so obviously I want to buy in bulk at the right...
  5. Chainhurstman

    Just taken the C&G 2377-22/32 examinations ...

    Took the C&G 2377-22/32 exams yesterday so as to feel confident in PA testing the electrical equipment in our hotel. Don't feel any more confident than I did pre-exam, but at least I now have the qualifications and the IET book for reference! As the IET book focusses so heavily on the...
  6. Dan

    Pat Testing - If there's no earth on the plug, is it a fail?

    Have an old record player that has come into the local charity shop and they want to know if it's worth just throwing. There's no plug on it, but there's only L + N anyway, no earth. I said it possibly wouldn't pass anyway without an earth and said I'd ask. They can bin it if it's going fail and...
  7. D

    For Sale For Sale. Megger Pat tester. DV\3 great condition

    Hi I've got a pat tester for sale, It's in great condition and great working order. Comes with all leads. Not sure if it's calibrated. Any questions just ask
  8. Coach

    Apprentice Pat Tester. Is This For Real.

    Saw this today in my area. Whatever next, Just a way to pay small wages. How can you be an apprentice Pat Tester when the C&G course is only a couple of days. An old school electrician. Apprentice Pat Tester Rpat 3 reviews - Preston £3.50 an hour - Apprenticeship Rpat is on the Look our for...
  9. F

    Understanding and Implementing PAT - Bradford

    Hi All, Seaward Electronics are running a free half day PAT Testing workshop in Bradford on Friday morning if anyone is interesting in attending. This workshop will give those attending an introduction to the subject of PAT. The workshop will look at the legal requirements and standard...
  10. S

    125a 3 phase pat test equipment

    im hoping someone here can help me, need to find out how to wire a 3 phase 125a connector to a normal 13 amp plug for use with a pat tester. my boss says you need to 'daisy chain' it, but he cant remember how its done. been trying to find a diagram on the internet but no luck as yet so thought...
  11. rolyberkin

    What is this all about?:-)

    Was at a live music venue on Saturday and found this in the dressing room! The cable disappeared into a foot hole in the stud wall where this could have been easily wired into the lighting circuit. I wanted to switch it off to see where it went........., we think it went out to the lighting...
  12. V

    Going beyond PAT testing

    I'm an employee of an electrical firm whose only service is PAT testing. Of course I have my 17th edition, Part P, both PAT test certificates and some other papers, you name it. And no, it's not one of those "pay-to-slap" companies, on a good day I can test up to 150 items (in 9 to 10 hours) if...
  13. S

    Seaward Apollo 600 PAT Tester

    Seaward Apollo 600 PAT Tester This is a great tester and easy to use, I have only used it a handful of times. I bought this tester back in 09/10/2016 so still under warranty. Email for more info if needed £900 ono
  14. L

    Caravan fixed heater with 13A plug, should it be PAT tested?

    We stayed in a caravan in the last few days which had this fixed air blown heater underneath a wardrobe. Inside the wardrobe the heater has a 13A mains plug with a PAT test sticker from 2012. The switch on the front has been broken off and somebody has put in a block connected internally so...
  15. P

    Looking for advice on pricing for PAT testing

    I have just joined this forum I am leaving the military and have qualified as a Portable Appliance Tester and was wondering what i should charge. Any help would be really appricated Paul Gray
  16. D

    Which PAT Testing Course?

    Hi, Can anyone advise me on which PAT testing course you have to go on should you want to offer it as a service with your Ltd. company? the 2377-22 or the 2377- 32 or both? or Neither?! Big thanks in advance for any help. Dave
  17. UKMeterman

    Pat test pass for items with USA plugs and cords

    Hi, Could you explain to me how these two items could have passed the in service equipment examination and test. Both items have USA two pin plugs, and one is on USA zip cord. The item is being used in the main hall at Hampton Court...
  18. L

    PAT testing of Handwash units Yes or No

    Having a few thoughts on what should and shouldn't come under PAT testing under the COP 4th Edition. I have no doubt wall heaters screwed to the wall and connected via a flex and FCU should be PAT tested, along with hand dryers, but does the same apply to Handwash units and 5-10litre water...
  19. L

    PAT testing 3 phase 5 pin extension leads

    Has anyone go any good suggestions or standard layouts to setting up two short adaptor leads to enable me to test 3 phase 5 pin extension leads, also is there any easy option without using a switch box to test the polarity of each of the Line conductors. ?? Long time Sparky, but fairly new to...
  20. S

    Kewtech KT65DL as a PAT tester

    Hi All. I'm just about to qualify as a domestic installer and I'm looking at PAT testing to help things tick along while I build up more interesting work. I've got a job PAT testing at a school (200 ish pupils) if I want it. I haven't got a multifunction tester yet so my question is: Is the...

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