Choosing the right equipment to perform PAT, or Portable Appliance Testing, is vital to ensure the right tests are performed on the right equipment and that information is suitably recorded – this may even be a requirement from your insurance company.

Here are a number of PAT devices together with links to the manufacturer and a UK based supplier. Remember PAT testing should be carried out by a suitably qualified PAT tester who holds a City and Guilds 2377 – 200, Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment Certificate and perhaps even the City and Guilds 2377 – 100, Management of Electrical equipment Maintenance Certificate.

When conducting PAT tests using test equipment you should also ensure you have an up to date, independently tested, calibration certificate for the equipment you are testing with. This will offer peace of mind that the equipment you use is functioning correctly for the tests.