Testing & Inspection – EICR

Every electrical installation in the UK should be subject to a regular programme of testing and inspection so that it complies with current legislation and ensures safety for all employees, occupants and members of the public. EICR in Taunton and the South West.

All necessary precautions must be undertaken to reduce the risk of injury or death through electrical failure.

ASM Eletricial Taunton’s electicians are qualified to City & Guilds 1 & 2, City & Guilds 2377, 2391 inspection & testing standard and are 17th Edition upgraded.

There are many good reasons for adopting periodic testing. You may need to inspect and test to comply with the current IEE Wiring Regulations 17th Edition. Or if you have recently acquired ownership or tenancy of new home, business or workplace premises you may wish to ensure the installation is safe.

If you suspect there is a fault or risk of failure, you must take steps to inspect the affected circuits urgently.

Maximum periods allowed between Condition Reports:

Commercial Installations
Commercial Installations are required to has a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 5 years.

Domestic Property
Domestic Installations are required to has a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 10 years.

Industrial Installations
Industrial Installations are required to has a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 3 years.

Buildings Open To The Public
Buildings Open To The Public are required to have a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 1 year.

Licenced Premises
Licensed Premises To The Public are required to have a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 1 year.

External Installations
External Installations Open To The Public are required to have a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 3 years.

Caravan Parks
Caravan Parks are required to have a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 1 year.

Fire Alarms
Fire Alarms are required to have a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 1 year.

Short Term Installations
Short Term Installations are required to have a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 3 months.

Site Installations
Site Installations are required to have a Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 3 months.