If you rent out a property with an electric vehicle (EV) charger, the responsibility for maintaining and repairing it typically falls under the landlord’s duties, similar to other electrical installations in the property. Here’s a breakdown: Landlord’s Responsibilities: Installation and Read more
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common on the roads, understanding how to charge them is essential. In the UK, electric vehicle charging is categorised into four distinct modes. These modes differ in charging speed, safety features, and the equipment Read more
The main difference between maintained and non-maintained emergency lighting is how they operate during normal conditions and power failures: Maintained Emergency Lighting: Always On: Maintained lights are on at all times, even during normal power supply conditions. Dual Function: They Read more
In the UK, the required duration of emergency lighting depends on how the premises are used, the evacuation strategy and whether the building may need to be reoccupied shortly after a power failure. Standard Duration Requirements 1-hour duration A 1-hour Read more
The main difference between Class I and Class II electrical appliances is how they are designed to protect users from electric shock. Class I Appliances: Protection Method: Basic insulation plus an earth (ground) connection. Key Feature: Has a metal case Read more
If you’ve recently received an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) and found yourself confused by the technical jargon, you’re not alone. An EICR is essential for ensuring that an electrical system is safe and up to standard, whether in a Read more
As you may be aware if you are already reading this, a new law has been passed making EICRs for rental properties mandatory. Landlords & agents will now have to ensure that electrical installations are deemed as safe by a Read more
Anita Hanks, 33, died after the blaze in her Carlton flat on 2nd October 2017. An inquest has heard a fault with the fridge freezer was the likely cause. Fire crews attended the fire at the block of flats, on Read more
A house in Harehills, Leeds was set ablaze this Bank Holiday Monday (7th May 2018) by a fire in a cellar that involved a fuse board. Two fire engines were dispatched to the fire just before 13:30, and the crews Read more
Here at GetTesting we were contacted to perform some PAT testing at a rental property on the outskirts of Sheffield. The property was previously owned by the current owner’s daughter and was in between tenants. The landlady wanted to perform Read more