PAT Testing: Law or Just a Box-Ticking Myth?

In this video, we break down what the law really says about PAT testing and where the responsibility actually comes from. Spoiler alert: no legislation says “you must PAT test” — but that doesn’t mean you can ignore electrical safety. We walk through the key legislation that applies to electrical equipment in the workplace, including the Electricity at Work Regulations, PUWER and the Health and Safety at Work Act, and explain how they place clear duties on employers, duty holders and anyone in control of equipment. You’ll learn: • What counts as electrical equipment under the Code of Practice • Which equipment is in scope, including fixed appliances, IT equipment and vending machines • What falls outside PAT testing and why • How the Code of Practice provides a recognised way to meet legal duties • Why maintenance is about safety and evidence, not stickers We also explain how PAT testing fits into a managed maintenance system, and how tools like the Megger PAT250 support compliance through inspection, testing and proper record keeping. Validate Your PAT Testing Learning 👉 https://training.efixx.co.uk/course/portable-appliance-testing-in-association-with-megger Learn more about the Megger PAT250 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/MeggerPAT250 And just when you think you’ve got it nailed, we leave you with one critical question: If PAT testing isn’t a legal requirement, who is actually allowed to carry it out? ================ Time Stamps ⏱️ 00:00 Do You Have To PAT Test? 01:10 Categories Of Electrical Equipment 03:39 Equipment Falling Outside The Code Of Practice 04:18 The Decisions Fall Under The Duty Holder 05:04 PUWER - Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulation 06:09 More Relevant Legislation - There's a Lot! 07:30 What the Procedure Actually Looks Like 07:58 The 3 Levels Of Inspection 08:50 Do You Need To Fit Labels? 09:16 Who Can Actually PAT Test? ================ #pattesting #electricaltesting #electricaltester