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PAT Testing For Hospitality Hotels B&B's, Airbnb, Restaurants, catering, travel & tourism, spa's, retreats, health & beauty, pubs and clubs

Turriff PAT Testing Services understands discretion is everything when you have guests, that's why our pat test engineers will always work to you on this as most Hotels, Bed & Breakfast, Leisure Apartments, Log cabins, chalets, caravans, holiday homes, don't normally have many items to test or are low risk, Turriff PAT Testing can be a reasonably inexpensive way to show your Local Authority that you have a maintenance schedule in place to satisfy those requirements. Restaurants, catering, travel & tourism, spa's, retreats, health & beauty, pubs and clubs all have a duty of care to maintain electrical equipment. Turriff PAT Testing Services will work closely with you or your Health & Safety representative to insure we meet those requirements. With your Risk Assessment we can ascertain a frequency of testing that suits your business.

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How long does it take to carry out a pat test?

 

Turriff PAT Testing Services works to a high standard so please expect 25 to 40 items per hour (this can fluctuate due to accessibility). Anything above 250 a day is not within our remit as quality of testing and data recording suffers.

 

How often does PAT testing need to be done?

 

PAT testing frequencies variy in many ways, such as type of equipment, the environment, how it’s used and by who. A good Risk Assessment and a maintenance schedule is what is needed with a common-sense approach.Turriff PAT Testing Services can advise, please check with your Local Authority and your insurance company for their requirements first.

 

Do we need to PAT test guests equipment?

 

Simple answer, no. You might want to advise guests not to overload and extension leads that you might supply and request chargers are not left on unattended.

 

Why do I need PAT testing?

 

This is an area for your risk assessment, whilst there is no PAT testing regulation there may be requests for electrical safety certificates from Local Authorities. The Law does require that employers, including self-employed, ensure that all electrical equipment that is provided in their business is safe and properly maintained. Turriff PAT Testing Services would be happy to talk to you about your responsibilities and duty of care towards your guests.

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PAT Testing Prices

   Up to 10 items: - £50 min daily charge

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   11 - 50 items: - £35 call out fee + £1.60 per item.

   51 - 99 Items: - £35 call out fee + £1.50 per item.

 

   100 - 499 items: - £35 call out fee + £1.40 per item.

 

   500 - 999 Items: - £35 call out fee + £1.30 per item.

 

   1000+ Items: - £35 call out fee + £1.25 per item.

                   

   (Our prices do not attract vat as we are not registered for vat)

 

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    Microwave Leakage Test: 

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    Price per item         £5 per microwave

   

 

 

 

  A1 Pat Testing Services based near Turriff, Aberdeenshire  Customers Include:

 

 

  • Schools & Colleages

  • Facilities management

  • Hotels & Restaurants

  • Factories & Offices

  • Garages

  • Hospitals

  • Laboratories

  • Engineering 

  • Shops 

  • Commercial

  • Warehouses

  • Local councils

  • Landlords

  • Rentals

  • Holiday Lets

  • Air bnb

  • Businesses

  • Workshops 

  • Trades

 

 

 

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For PAT testing for Hospitality Hotels B&B's, Airbnb, Restaurants, catering, travel & tourism, spa's, retreats, health & beauty, pubs and clubs contact Turriff PAT Testing Services for a quote ?​

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In the hospitality industry, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is a crucial safety measure for electrical appliances. It involves visually inspecting and testing portable electrical equipment to ensure it's safe for use and complies with regulations. This practice is essential in hotels due to the variety of electrical equipment used and the high risk of damage, particularly in guest rooms. 

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Why is PAT Testing important for hotels?

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  • Guest Safety:

    Ensures that electrical appliances used by guests, like hair dryers, kettles, and lamps, are safe and free from electrical faults. 

  • Staff Safety:

    Protects staff who operate equipment in various areas of the hotel, including kitchens, laundry, and cleaning services. 

  • Compliance with Regulations:

    Meets legal requirements and industry standards regarding electrical safety, particularly under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. 

  • Reduced Risk of Accidents:

    Helps prevent electrical shocks, fires, and other accidents caused by faulty equipment. 

  • Insurance and Legal Protection:

    Provides evidence of due diligence in maintaining electrical safety, which can be valuable in case of accidents or incidents. 

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What types of appliances need PAT testing in hotels?

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  • All moveable electrical equipment:

    This includes everything with a plug, including appliances in guest rooms, staff areas, kitchens, laundry, and office equipment.

  • Examples:

    Kettles, coffee makers, hair dryers, lamps, TVs, irons, and staff-operated equipment. 

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How often should PAT testing be done in hotels?

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  • The frequency of PAT testing should be determined based on the type of equipment, the environment it's used in, and the frequency of its use. 

  • General Recommendations: A general recommendation is to test annually, with more frequent testing (e.g., every 6 months) for equipment used in high-risk areas like commercial kitchens. 

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Who is responsible for PAT testing in hotels?

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  • The responsibility for ensuring electrical safety and PAT testing typically falls on the employer (hotel owner or manager).

  • This responsibility can be delegated to a designated individual, like a hotel manager or maintenance manager.

  • The designated person must ensure that a competent person carries out the testing and maintenance. 

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What are the steps involved in PAT testing?

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  1. 1. Visual Inspection:

    A visual examination of the appliance, cable, and plug for any obvious damage or defects. 

  2. 2. Electrical Testing:

    Using a PAT tester, the appliance is tested for earth continuity, insulation resistance, and other safety parameters. 

  3. 3. Recording Results:

    The results of the test, including pass/fail status, are recorded and a pass/fail sticker is applied to the appliance. 

  4. 4. Follow-up:

    Failed appliances must be repaired or replaced and retested before being used again. 

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In summary, PAT testing is a vital safety measure in hotels, ensuring the electrical equipment is safe for use by guests and staff, complying with regulations, and reducing the risk of accidents.


The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) provides comprehensive guidance on PAT testing, including best practices and testing intervals

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We also carry out Hospitality Hotels B&B's, Airbnb, Restaurants, catering, travel & tourism, spa's, retreats, health & beauty, pubs and clubs Pat testing in the following post code areas, AB10, AB30, AB43, AB11, AB31, AB44, AB12, AB32, AB45, AB13, AB33, AB51, AB14, AB34, AB52, AB15, AB35, AB53, AB16, AB36, AB54, AB21, AB37, AB55, AB22, AB38, AB56, AB23, AB39, AB99, AB24, AB41, AB25, AB42, IV1,V IV19, IV2, IV20, iV3, IV21, IV4, IV22, IV5I, IV23, IV6, IV24, IV7, IV25, IV51, IV8, IV26, IV52, IV9, IV27, IV53, IV10, IV28, IV54,IV11, IV30, IV12, IV31, IV13, IV3, IV14, IV36, IV15, IV40

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