Kit eases electrical safety testing

The Seaward PAT upgrade kit provides a practical solution to enables users of PAT testers to comply with the IEE code.

Seaward has introduced an upgrade kit to enable those responsible for maintaining electrical safety in the workplace to carry out portable appliance testing in accordance with the latest IEE Code of Practice.

The upgrade kit comprises an RC750 RCD tester and a handheld PAT Checkbox, which are supplied in a lightweight carrying case with all test leads.

The revised IEE code of practice recommends that RCDs are tested when performing periodic portable appliance testing and that regular checks of the accuracy of instruments should be carried out between formal calibrations.

Although many Seaward PAT testers are equipped with an integral RCD test facility, some of the instruments do not have this facility.

The Seaward PAT upgrade kit provides a practical solution to enables users of such testers to comply with the IEE code.

The Seaward RC 750, which also meets 17th Edition Wiring Regulations, is a handheld digital tester which has all test options selectable from the large front panel.

The new Seaward PAT Checkbox has been designed to provide a safe and simple, yet effective means of ensuring the in-service accuracy of portable appliance testers - including nonSeaward branded instruments - and the earth bond, insulation, flash and earth leakage tests carried out on electrical equipment.

The requirements for RCD testing and regular in-service test accuracy are both included in the third edition of the IEE Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment.

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