What does a PAT test consist of?
We start with a visual inspection checking for:
- Damaged flexes
- Damaged plugs and equipment (overheating, burn marks, discolouration)
- Correctly wired plugs
- Correctly rated fuse
Then a series of tests (depending on the class of equipment), they may include:
- Earth continuity testing
- Insulation resistance
- Polarity test
- Earth leakage test
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