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Professional Portable Appliance Testing with Procheck

Procheck delivers portable appliance testing across Ireland, based in County Mayo. We test your electrical appliances using calibrated equipment on every visit, following the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007. Every appliance receives a pass or fail label showing the test date and next due date. We issue a full written report and test certificate on completion. If you need an appliance register, we supply that too. We also set a reminder for your next test date so you do not have to track it yourself. Book a PAT test with Procheck.
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Why Choose Procheck for Portable Appliance Testing?

What is Portable Appliance Testing?
PAT testing checks every electrical appliance to confirm it is safe for use at work. It involves a visual inspection and an electrical test using calibrated equipment. It is the recognised way for Irish businesses to meet their obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations 2007.
Legal Compliance
Regulation 81 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 requires employers to ensure portable electrical equipment is periodically inspected and tested by a competent person. Businesses that skip testing face HSA enforcement action and risk having insurance claims rejected. Under Regulation 81, businesses must also retain PAT testing records for five years and make them available for HSA inspection on request.
Protecting Lives and Property
A single undetected fault can cause a fire, an electric shock or serious injury. PAT testing catches faults before they cause harm. It also gives you documented proof of compliance if the HSA inspects or an insurer requests records.
Full Electrical Test — Not Just a Visual
Some PAT testing providers carry out a visual-only inspection on IEC-connected appliances such as monitors and kettle leads. Procheck runs a full electrical test on all applicable appliances, including IEC-connected equipment. This means your test results reflect the actual electrical condition of every item, not just its appearance. The only exceptions are appliances that cannot accept a full electrical test by nature, such as phone chargers and certain telephone equipment. So when Procheck issues your test certificate and report, a full electrical test supports every result.

What Does a PAT Test Cover?

Every PAT test includes a visual inspection of the plug, cable, and appliance casing, followed by a series of electrical tests including earth continuity, insulation resistance, and lead polarity where applicable.

Procheck tests all portable appliances, including computers, printers, power tools, extension leads, and kitchen equipment. Every item that passes receives a label showing the test date and next due date. Every client also gets free access to Procheck Hub to store their PAT testing records securely online, ready for HSA inspection at any time.

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How Often Does PAT Testing Need to Be Done?

The required testing frequency depends on the type of appliance and the environment it operates in. The HSA guidance on electrical safety does not set a fixed interval for every appliance. Instead, it requires employers to assess risk and test accordingly. As a result, Procheck follows the industry guidance below as a practical starting point for most Irish businesses.

Office Environments

Computers, monitors, printers, desk lamps, and phone chargers in low-risk office settings typically need testing every one to two years. However, items that staff move frequently or that show visible wear need earlier inspection.

Construction Sites and Industrial Premises

Power tools, extension leads, and site equipment in harsh or outdoor environments need more frequent testing, typically every three months. Consequently, construction and industrial businesses usually require the most regular PAT testing schedule.

Commercial Kitchens, Hotels, and Schools

Kitchen appliances, catering equipment, and classroom devices typically require annual testing. Notably, hotels and guesthouses often need testing across multiple rooms and back-of-house areas, so Procheck schedules these visits to cause minimum disruption to your operation.

Who Needs PAT Testing in Ireland?

Any business or organisation that employs staff and uses electrical appliances at work needs PAT testing. Specifically, this includes offices, retail premises, warehouses, schools, hotels, care homes, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities. Landlords with shared workspaces or serviced office buildings also carry a legal duty to ensure portable appliances provided to tenants are regularly tested.

Procheck works with businesses of all sizes across Ireland, from single-location offices with a small number of appliances to large multi-site operations requiring a scheduled annual programme. Contact Procheck to discuss your requirements.

PAT Testing Service Ireland — What Is Included

Procheck's PAT testing service covers every step from testing to record keeping. Specifically, every visit includes:

  • Visual inspection and electrical test of every portable appliance
  • Pass or fail label on every item with test date and next due date
  • Full written report listing every appliance tested and its result
  • Test certificate issued on completion
  • Appliance register supplied on request
  • Free access to Procheck Hub for secure online record storage
  • Reminder set for your next test date

Procheck operates nationwide and schedules testing at your premises at a time that suits your business. Contact Procheck to book a PAT testing service visit.

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Is PAT testing a legal requirement in Ireland?

Yes, while the term PAT testing does not appear word for word in Irish law, Regulation 81 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 requires employers to ensure all portable electrical equipment is periodically inspected by a competent person, so regular testing is a legal obligation for Irish businesses. Read the full legal breakdown here.

How often does PAT testing need to be done in Ireland?

It depends on the appliance type and environment, so office equipment is typically tested every one to two years, while construction site tools need testing every three months and commercial kitchen appliances need annual testing. Find out more about testing frequency.

Which appliances need PAT testing?

Any electrical appliance with a plug that staff use in the workplace needs testing, so this includes computers, kettles, power tools, extension leads, and kitchen equipment. See the full list of appliances covered.

What happens if my business does not get PAT testing done?

The HSA can issue improvement notices and pursue prosecution, while in serious cases business owners face fines or imprisonment, and your insurer can also refuse to pay out on a claim if testing had lapsed. Read more about the consequences of non-compliance.

Does Procheck provide PAT testing outside County Mayo?

Yes, Procheck provides portable appliance testing nationwide across Ireland, so businesses anywhere in the country can book a visit. Contact Procheck to request a quote.

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