Periodic Inspection & Testing
Our
aim is to produce detailed reports on all aspects of fixed electrical
installations so you can have complete confidence that your electrical
wiring and associated accessories are safe for continued use and where
applicable, continue to meet the requirements of BS7671:2008 (IEE 17th
Edition Wiring Regulations). We double check!
What is a Periodic Inspection Report
?
A Periodic Inspection Report is a report on
an existing electrical installation to determine whether it is
Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory for continued service. It should be
carried out by a person who is competent to do so. In some ways, it may
be likened to an M.O.T.
The IEE Wiring Regulations (17th
Edition) states that the frequency of Periodic Inspection and Testing
shall be determined by the type of installation, its use and operation,
the frequency and quality of maintenance and external influences
(temperature, water, corrosion etc.). This is clarified in IEE Guidance
Note 3 - Inspection and Testing (GN3) by recommending a maximum interval
between Periodic Inspections of 10 years for domestic property, or at
the change of occupier or tenant. Electrical installations in most
homes do not undergo any maintenance so homeowners and landlords should
follow the guidance given in GN3.
A
Periodic Inspection Report complies with
British Standard 7671 (BS7671).
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here for a sample Periodic Inspection Report (PDF 97k)
Why Inspect and Test?
Electrical installations are
affected by many things - age, wear and tear, corrosion, damage,
excessive loading plus environmental factors such as damp and heat.
Only by careful inspection and testing on a regular basis can
such problems be identified and corrected before a major fault develops.
Domestic Visual Condition Report
This
report is ideal for electrical installations which have undergone a full
Periodic
Report but require more frequent
checks. It is
primarily a visual check of accessible equipment and accessories plus an
earth loop impedance test. So long as
there have been no major changes in the electrical installation and no
reports or evidence of damage, an Interim Inspection may be appropriate.
It is important to note that a Visual Inspection
Report is not a British Standard form and may not satisfy requirements
which specify strict compliance with
a relevant British Standard
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