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Advice needed plz

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Matthew Jones

Cleantalk Member
Hi guys,
Been wondering recently about some h & s aspects.

1. Should i really be using an RCD for electrical equipment that i am running?
2. Does all my electrical equipment need to be PAT tested and if so how regularly should it be done?
3. Not really to do with h & s as such but i read somewhere it is a good idea to have a power serge protector to help prevent damage done to vital components like vac motors and pumps.

I would be greatful if someone could shed some light on these issues raised.

Thanks
matt
 
John Bolton

John Bolton

Cleantalker Veteran
Matthew,

My fellow moderator here is a H&S professional but my personal views are:

Since we are constantly using water in close proximity to electricity, the use of RCD's is a common-sense, inexpensive way of reducing risk of electric shock to ourselves and others in the working environment.

Yes, your electrical equipment, including extension leads does require regular P.A.T. - see the relevant posts on this forum.

Another sorce of information on this subject is:

http://www.hse.gov.uk/electricity/electricequip.htm

Unlike electronic equipment, the components of most of the equipment we use is fairly robust in terms of tolerating variations in the power supplies. The degree of surge required to damage a vacuum or pump motor is extremely rare.
 
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joe edgington

Cleantalk Member
Agree with all of that John.

Remember the RCD is the 'the life saver' when its comes to potential electric shock. All others ie fuses are no comparison.

Joe
 
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Richie McMahon

Banned
PAT testing needs o be done on ANYTHING that has a plug on it. This should be done every 12 months. If your equipment caused damage to property due to electrical fault your insurance company would want to see proof of PAT test on your equipment.

It does not cost alot to have electrical items tested. If you search YELL.COM for PAT TESTING you will find your local tester. I have over 20 items tested in 1 go each year, the cost is about £32.00.

Richie.
 
John Bolton

John Bolton

Cleantalker Veteran
A good point on the numbers Richie - the more items tested at a session, the cheaper the item cost should be.
 
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