Periodic Solid Wire Testing

 

Every electrical installation deteriorates with use and time and it should be periodically inspected and tested by a competent person.  BS7671: 2008 (Requirements for Electrical Installations) recommends every electrical installation is subjected to Periodic Inspection and Testing.  More information can be found on the Electrical Safety Council website www.esc.org.uk

A Periodic Inspection reports on the state of the electrical installation within the premises, it details any non-compliances in line with current regulations (IEE 17th Edition BS7671:2008) and the general condition of the wiring, lights and accessories.

RECOMMENDED INTERVALS BETWEEN PERIODIC TEST & INSPECTION
TYPE OF INSTALLATION	MAX PERIOD BETWEEN INSPECTIONS
Agricultural & horticultural	3 years
Caravan Sites	1 year (compulsory)
Caravans	3 years
Churches	5 years
Cinemas & Theatres	1 year (compulsory)
Commercial Premises	Change of occupancy/5 years
Domestic Premise	Change of occupancy/10 years
Educational Establishments	5 years
Emergency Lighting	3 years
Fire Alarms	1 year
Highway Power Supplies	6 years
Hospitals	5 years
Industrial Premises	3 years
Launderettes	1 year (compulsory)
Leisure Complexes, Places of Public Entertainment	1 year
Marinas	1 year
Petrol Filling Stations	1 year (compulsory)
Public Houses	5 years
Temporary Installations	3 months

             
Please note the maximum interval between Periodic Inspections depends on a number of factors, i.e. age of installation; type of premises; normal life expectancy; level of misuse; extent of wear and tear; etc.

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All information supplied is for reference purposes only and may change, please refer to current regulations and guidelines