PAT Testing Made Simple

Streamline portable appliance testing compliance with QR Inventory. Upload PAT certificates, schedule testing reminders, and provide instant access to electrical safety documentation through tamper-proof QR stickers.

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PAT Testing Requirements

Legal Obligations for Electrical Safety

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is a legal requirement for all businesses, schools, offices, and commercial properties in the UK. The Health and Safety at Work Act requires employers to ensure electrical equipment is safe for use.

Our QR Inventory system simplifies PAT testing management by providing a comprehensive platform for uploading test certificates, scheduling inspections, and ensuring electrical safety documentation is always accessible to staff, inspectors, and compliance officers.

From small offices with basic electrical equipment to large commercial facilities with hundreds of appliances, our system ensures PAT test certificates are never lost, always current, and easily accessible through a simple QR code scan.

PAT Testing Management Features

Complete electrical safety compliance management with our comprehensive QR Inventory system

Certificate Upload & Storage

Instant Access to PAT Certificates

Upload PAT test certificates directly to our system. Once uploaded, anyone can scan the QR sticker to instantly view the current certificate, ensuring electrical safety documentation is always accessible to staff and inspectors.

Testing Reminders

Automated PAT Testing Reminders

Schedule automatic reminders for PAT testing. Send notifications to electricians, maintenance staff, or facilities managers before certificates expire, ensuring continuous compliance and avoiding safety violations.

Electrician Access

PAT Tester Portal

Provide electricians and PAT testers with stickers and system access. They can complete tests, apply QR stickers, register appliances, and upload certificates in one streamlined workflow, reducing paperwork and errors.

Staff Access

24/7 Certificate Access

Staff can instantly access PAT certificates by scanning the QR code. Perfect for offices, schools, and commercial properties where employees need reassurance about electrical safety compliance.

Compliance Reporting

Audit Trail & Documentation

Generate comprehensive reports showing PAT testing compliance across all electrical equipment. Maintain complete audit trails for inspections, certificate renewals, and electrician visits for regulatory compliance.

Mobile-First Design

On-Site Certificate Management

Electricians and facilities managers can upload certificates directly from their mobile devices while on-site. No need to return to the office - complete the entire PAT testing process in one visit.

Who Benefits from PAT Testing Management?

Our system is designed for all organizations requiring electrical safety compliance

Offices & Corporate

Manage PAT testing across office equipment including computers, printers, kitchen appliances, and portable electrical devices. Ensure staff safety and regulatory compliance with automated reminders and instant certificate access.

Schools & Education

Ensure electrical safety across classrooms, laboratories, and administrative areas. Manage PAT testing for computers, projectors, kitchen equipment, and portable appliances with comprehensive compliance tracking.

Retail & Commercial

Manage electrical safety across retail spaces, warehouses, and commercial facilities. Track PAT testing for tills, display equipment, kitchen appliances, and portable electrical devices with automated compliance management.

Healthcare & Care Homes

Ensure electrical safety in healthcare environments where patient safety is paramount. Manage PAT testing for medical equipment, kitchen appliances, and portable electrical devices with detailed audit trails.

Electricians & PAT Testers

Streamline your PAT testing workflow. Apply stickers, register appliances, upload certificates, and schedule follow-up reminders all in one efficient process. Reduce paperwork and improve accuracy.

Facilities Management

Manage PAT testing compliance across multiple sites and clients. Centralized certificate storage, automated reminders, and comprehensive reporting for large-scale electrical safety management operations.

How PAT Testing Management Works

Simple 4-step process for complete electrical safety compliance

1
Purchase QR Stickers

Buy pre-paid QR stickers with your chosen validity period. Each sticker comes with access to our complete PAT testing management system.

2
PAT Testing

Electrician conducts PAT testing, applies QR sticker to appliance, and uploads test certificate directly to our system using their mobile device.

3
Instant Access

Staff, inspectors, and compliance officers can scan the QR code to instantly view the PAT test certificate and electrical safety details.

4
Automated Reminders

System automatically sends reminders before PAT certificates expire, ensuring continuous electrical safety compliance and avoiding violations.

PAT Testing FAQ

Common questions about electrical safety compliance and our QR Inventory system

PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) is a process to ensure electrical appliances are safe for use. It's a legal requirement under the Health and Safety at Work Act and Electricity at Work Regulations to protect employees and users from electrical hazards.

Testing frequency depends on the type of equipment and environment. Office equipment typically requires testing every 2-4 years, while equipment in high-risk environments may need annual testing. Our system helps you schedule appropriate testing intervals and sends automated reminders.

Yes! Electricians and PAT testers can be given access to apply stickers, register appliances, and upload test certificates directly from their mobile devices. This streamlines the testing process and reduces paperwork.

Staff simply scan the QR sticker next to any electrical appliance to instantly view the current PAT test certificate. No login required - just point their smartphone camera at the QR code for immediate access to electrical safety information.

The system will show expired certificates clearly when scanned, and send additional urgent reminders. You'll have complete visibility of which electrical equipment needs immediate attention to maintain compliance and safety standards.

Absolutely! Schools, healthcare facilities, and care homes benefit from instant certificate access for staff and inspectors, centralized management across multiple locations, and automated reminders to ensure continuous electrical safety compliance.

Start Managing PAT Testing Today

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Get Started with PAT Testing Management

Transform your electrical safety compliance with our pre-paid QR sticker system. From small offices to large commercial facilities, ensure your PAT certificates are always accessible and your compliance is never compromised.

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No setup fees
No monthly subscriptions
Instant certificate access
Automated compliance reminders