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Frequently Asked Questions |
How often do I need to test?
The testing interval depends on the environment in which the appliance is being used. The harsher the environment then the more likely the appliance is to be damaged, hence there is a requirement for a reduced time between testing. Please see the table below for a testing schedule for the most common environments.
| | Equipment type |
Environment type | Class 1 | Class 2 | Powerboards &
Ext Leads |
| Domestic Construction | 3 Months | 3 Months | 3 Months |
| Commercial Construction | 1 Month | 1 Month | 1 Month |
| Factories and workshops | 6 Months | 12 Months | 6 Months |
| Hostile Environment where the lead of the appliance is flexed during use or open to abuse | 12 Months | 12 Months | 12 Months |
| NON Hostile Environment where the lead of the appliance is NOT flexed during use or is NOT open to abuse | 5 Years | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Residential Areas of hotels | 2 Years | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Commercial Cleaning Equipment | 6 Months | 12 Months | 12 Months |
| Hire Equipment (Visual inspection before each hire) | 3 Months | 3 Months | 3 Months |
| Repaired, serviced and second-hand equipment | After repair or service which could affect electrical safety, or on reintroduction to service. |
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