Do kettles need to be PAT tested?
A Kettle is a class 1 item, not only that but it is two separate items due to it’s detachable base or lead. The kettle relies on an earth connection for safety; the PAT machine checks that connection is functioning correctly. A formal visual inspection should be carried out first.
Do cordless tools need to be PAT tested?
A cordless power tool would not need to be PAT tested but their battery chargers that plug into the wall for power do need to be tested. All 110-volt equipment in addition to all 3-phase equipment must also be tested.
Are kettles Class 1 or 2?
Examples of Class I appliances are refrigerators, microwaves, kettles, irons, and toasters. Appliances under Class I have two levels of protection: the basic insulation and the earth connection. Electricity is carried from a power source to an appliance through a circuit.
How often should you pat test a kettle?
A general rule of thumb is that PAT testing should, at a minimum, be carried out every 2 years.
How do you test a kettle with a multimeter?
Touch one of the multimeter probes to the loosened screw. Touch the other probe to the other screw attached to the face of the heating element. If the heating element is functioning properly, the multimeter should read between 10 and 30 ohms.
How often should you PAT test a kettle?
What class is a kettle for PAT testing?
How to PAT test a Class 1 appliance (kettle) – Seaward.
Can I do PAT testing myself?
Yes, you can PAT test your own equipment; if you are a competent person with the relevant training, knowledge, equipment and time.
Is PAT testing a legal requirement?
PAT testing – Legal Requirement All electrical equipment used in the workplace must be maintained in a safe condition to meet the legal requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations. PAT testing itself is not a legal requirement, it is simply a method to identify if such maintenance is required.