Testing and Inspection:
Periodic inspection and testing protects people and property against electric shock and burns and from fires caused by installation defects. All electrical installations deteriorate over time, due to wear and tear, overloading, corrosion, ageing and environmental influences.
Insurance companies, mortgage lenders, licensing authorise and other public bodies may require periodic inspections and testing of electrical installations.
When is a periodic inspection required?
On a change of occupancy
On a change of use of the premises
If a significant change has been made in the electrical loading of an installation
Where damage may have been caused to the installation
When alterations or additions have been made to the original installation
How often do I need an inspection?
Domestic properties should be inspected at least every 10 years or on change of occupancy
Rented properties should be inspected every 5 years with routine checks annually or on change of tenancy
Offices, shops, schools, restaurants, hotels, pubs and community centres should be inspected every 5 years with routine checks annually
Cinemas, leisure complexes (not swimming pools), theatres, caravans, industrial and emergency light installations should be inspected every 3 years with routine checks annually
Launderettes and petrol stations should be inspected every 1 year
Caravan parks should be inspected every 1 year with routine checks every 6 months
Swimming pools and marinas should be inspected every 1 year with routine checks every 4 months
What does a periodic inspection report involve?
A fully qualified and NAPIT
registered
electrician will visit the property or installation and individually test every circuit to ensure that it is safe and meets all the necessary legal requirements. The client is then provided with a full report detailing the checks made and results obtained. Any problems that become apparent are explained fully and suggestions made as to how to rectify any problems - this could range from anything as simple as a broken socket to a new distribution board.
All JPM electrical inspections are carried out in accordance with BS 7671.
Maintenance contracts
Should you require regular inspections carrying out or frequent maintenance work, JPM electrical can discuss with you the option of setting up a maintenance contract to ensure you continue to get the reliable and efficient service that you deserve. In some cases it can be helpful or even a necessary requirement when approaching insurance companies.