Our PAT testing business has been operational for four years and is approved by SELECT, Scotland's Electrical Trade Association.

All engineers are fully qualified holding SELECT approved qualifications and have undertaken criminal record checks so that we are able to work in a variety of situations.

Fresh Start provides a comprehensive service where each appliance is subject to an nine point test:

  1. Plugs - checked for compliance, damage and correct secure fitting.
  2. Fuses - ensure correct rating fitted.
  3. Cables - checked for wear and tear; heat damage; cuts and abrasions
  4. Appliance housing - checked for compliance and damage: cracks, dents and corrosion .
  5. Earth bond  - ensure earthing of appliance meets acceptable standards.
  6. Insulation - Indicates if the insulation protecting the conductors is broken
  7. Load Test - Checks if the equipment and fuses operate correctly.
  8. Earth Leakage - Measures the leakage current to the earth while the appliance is operating
  9. Function - to ensure appliance is fully operational.

Each appliance that passes the inspection is labelled with an id number, retest date and  engineer's initial.  Explanatory notes are provided for failed items.

All customers are provided with a detailed testing report, which is available electronically or as a hard copy.

If you would like a quote for your company or organisation please contact us by clicking here or call 0131 476 7741 and ask for Linda or Duncan