How disruptive is electrical testing?

Question

Does electrical testing like say a PAT test cause much disruption to a property’s power? During testing, will I be able to use other electrics, etc.?

Eric · Answer

PAT testing does not disrupt the power to the property.

John · Answer

Each appliance tested individual with power on andavisible inspection and check fuse size is ok right rating etc as for EICR power on and off   1 hr or so during testing best to turn off TVs and computers etc

Babak · Answer

Hi Dear 
It is not 100% your answer the time test It depends about how many RCD do you have. But if someone come for test unfortunately you can’t use electric for few hours.

Michaela · Answer

Hello, 

No just to the appliances being tested at the time. if you have a full electrical inspection this would effort all power

Craig · Answer

You can use your electric ad normal the test is to check  electrical  equipment  for any defects which migjt not be visible

Gareth · Answer

PAT testing is portable appliance testing, it’s unplugged when testing. So no main power disruption. EICR requires the main power to be switched off for the duration of the test usually 2-5 hours depending on the extent of the installation.

Carl · Answer

Electrical testing is not disruptive at all, except where individual appliances are being tested. Then the appliance will only be out of action for a few minutes

Paul James · Answer

It’s best to plan the test when you don’t have to use any appliances PAT testing won’t disrupt the power but testing like ECIR would envolve the circuits being switched off and disconnected to be FULLY tested

Samuel · Answer

The PAT Test is performed separately from the electrical system, there is no need to disconnect the mains.

John · Answer

PAT testing is portable appliance testing, it’s unplugged when testing. So no main power disruption.

How disruptive is electrical testing?

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