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GuidePAT TestingPortable Appliance Testing (PAT) for landlords in Scotland: a practical guide
A practical guide to PAT testing for private landlords in Scotland, covering appliances, inspection intervals, records, and the difference between PAT testing and an EICR.Read
GuidePAT TestingWhich electrical appliances need Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)?
Find out which workplace and rental-property appliances are commonly included in PAT testing, and why not every item needs the same checks.Read
GuidePAT testingHow much does Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) cost?
PAT testing costs depend on the number of appliances and the service you need. See Certworks’ prices and what to look for in a thorough inspection.Read
GuidePAT TestingIs Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) a legal requirement for private landlords in Scotland?
Scottish landlords must arrange electrical safety checks, including PAT testing for appliances they provide. Learn what’s covered and which records to keep.Read
GuidePAT TestingHow often should Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) be carried out?
There’s no single PAT testing interval for every appliance. Find out what affects the frequency of checks and why annual testing isn’t always necessary.Read
GuidePAT TestingWhat is Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and what does it actually check?
PAT testing checks whether portable electrical equipment is safe to use. Find out what the inspection involves, who needs it, and how often appliances should be checked.Read- AdviceProperty managers
Coordinating inspections you manage
How a property manager lines up a visit for a property they look after, without attending every one.Read - AdvicePortfolio landlords
Keeping certificates in step across a portfolio
Each property is its own booking. The certificate comes back to you afterwards.Read - AdviceCommercial
Compliance visits for a workplace
How a commercial property books testing on site, and gets the record back digitally.Read - AdviceMulti-site
The same inspection at every location
A multi-site business books each location online. The visit itself does not change.Read - AdviceFacilities
Testing the buildings a facilities team looks after
How a facilities team books recurring tests for the buildings on its list.Read - GuideEICR
What an EICR checks
An EICR looks at the fixed wiring of a property. It is separate from a PAT test of plug-in appliances.Read