Ensure the Safety of Your Domestic and Commercial Properties Through Electrical

Posted by Trade Facilities Services on January 24th, 2018

As a landlord or property owner, it is your responsibility to make sure that your tenants, as well as people who visit the property, are comfortable and safe. One of the ways you can do that is by making sure that the appliances and all electrical wiring and connections have been inspected and certified for their safety. To earn an electrical certificate, you need to get in touch with a reputable specialist in conducting electrical tests and qualified to provide all types of electrical safety certificates. With their help, you can be confident that your property is compliant local regulatory and safety standards.

Electrical installations tend to deteriorate over time, so it makes sense to have them inspected every three to five years to ensure their continued service. Periodic inspections should be conducted only by a qualified specialist who can produce reports to reveal any overloaded or worn equipment or circuits, potential fire hazards and shock risks, defective electrical installations, and lack of bonding or earthing. Tests will be conducted on electrical appliances and wiring to ensure their safety, too.

The person who is qualified to conduct tests and provide the certification is an accredited and registered electrician who knows the UK standard for safety or BS 7671 (IEE wiring regulations).  This professional is registered with NAPIT, ELECSA, or NICEIC, too. By checking their credentials, you can determine if they are qualified to inspect the condition of your property’s electrical systems and verify their safety.

Periodic electrical testing will help you avoid regulatory penalties caused by non-compliance, unsafe work environments, or negligence. A qualified electrician will conduct a range of physical and visual checks and tests, especially on wiring and other electrics that can wear and tear over time. Through testing, you can identify potential risks and dangers, and perform the necessary fixes and replacements before they cause any further harm. Insurance companies and other relevant organizations may require you to conduct electrical testing and show them an electrical certificate if your property is insured by them. Otherwise, they could cancel your policy, or you could end up paying higher fees when your risk is high.

About the Author :

I am James Livingstone the owner of Trade Facilities Services, we provide electrical certificates and electrical testing in London, Essex and Kent at reasonable and fair prices. The company is fully insured, and all electricians are qualified and are members of either NAPIT or the NICEIC. We believe in publishing the correct information for our consumers to ensure they get value for money.