FIXED INSTALLATION TESTING EXPLAINED

THE PURPOSE OF A FIXED INSTALLATION TESTING OR A PERIODIC INSPECTION & TESTING REPORT

The Purpose of a Periodic Inspection & Testing Report of a Fixed Installation is to provide a report for, so far as is reasonably practicable:

• The safety of persons and livestock against the effects of electric shock and burns.
• Protection against damage to property by fire and heat arising from an installation defect.
• Confirmation that the installation is not damaged or deteriorated so as to impair safety

THE NECESSITY OF A PERIODIC INSPECTION & TESTING REPORT

Periodic inspection and testing is necessary because all electrical installations deteriorate due to a number of factors such as damage, wear, tear, corrosion, excessive electrical loading, ageing and environmental influences.

• Legislation requires that electrical installations are maintained in a safe condition and therefore must be periodically inspected and tested.
• Licensing authorities, public bodies, insurance companies, mortgage lenders and others may require periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations.

It is also necessary to test the fixed installation of the property for the following reasons:

• On a change of occupancy of the premises
• On a change of use of the premises
• After alterations or additions to the original installation
• Due to any significant change in the electrical loading of the installation
• Where there is reason to believe that damage may have been caused to the installation.