Your legal responsibilities - Electrical inspection
& testing
What are the Electricity at Work Regulations
The Electricity at Work Regulations (1998) and the Provision
and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (1998) impose a range of duties
on owners, operators and employers in the are of electrical systems and
equipment.
The regulations are designed to protect people from the very real risk
of death or personal injury from the use of electricity and electrical
equipment in the workplace.
Why have electrical inspections carried out?
Electricity can kill. Each year approximately 1000 accidents
at work involving electric shocks are reported fatal. There are now more
prosecutions made where electrical faults result in death or injury than
any other traditional statutory plant. The Health and Safety Executive
attributes nearly half of investigations into electrical incidents to
inadequate maintenance.
Case Study- Electrical contractor fatally electrocuted
whilst attending premises to repair faulty plant. Following an investigation
and court case, the owner of the plant was fined £400,000 for failing
to maintain a safe condition and was ordered to pay over £30,000
costs.
Those using electricity may not be the only ones at risk. Faulty electrical
installations and equipment are the largest cause of fire other than arson.
Potentially this can lead to the death or injury of many others, not to
mention the huge cost in property damage and uninsured losses plus the
loss of customers whilst business activities are interrupted.
Case Study- A blaze that severely damaged a dormitory
at an historic public school led to claim of £200,000 according
to insurers. The fire is believed to have been caused by an electrical
fault in the roof.
Many of these types of event could be easily avoided by careful planning
and taking the right precautions.
What can we do for you?
Guidance by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Institute
of Electrical Engineers (IEE) recommend suitable inspections as part of
any safety and maintenance programme.
Our Insurance Partners offer a range of inspection programmes designed
to assist you to comply with your legal and contractual obligations.
These programmes involve inspecting accessible parts of the power distribution
system, main lighting installation, fixed electrical and mechanical equipment
at frequencies determined by risk assessment (typically 3 to 5 years dependant
on site conditions). A confidential report will be issued making particular
reference to any matter requiring immediate attention.
Scope of Service
1. Electrical Installation Examination (including fixed electrical equipment)
Examination of accessible parts of the low voltage distribution
system and fixed electrical equipment.
2. Electrical Wiring Installation Inspection
Examination of accessible parts of the low voltage distribution
system but not including fixed electrical equipment.
Full consultation will be made to ensure minimum disruption.
3. Portable Electrical Equipment
Thorough examination of portable and transportable equipment.
4. Microwave Oven Inspections
Specific inspection of microwave oven including an assessment
of radiation leakage.
Typical Costs for Service 1 or 2
Standard Electrical Safety Assessments
| Property Type |
Annual Premium |
Typical 4000 sq ft Office
Typical 4000 sq ft Office
Typical 5000 sq ft Printer's Ind. Unit
Typical 5000 sq ft Printer's Ind. Unit |
£450 + VAT for Service 1
£405 + VAT for Service
2
£365 + VAT for Service 1
£329 + VAT for Service
2 |
Minimum policy premium £300 + VAT. Prices valid for orders placed
before 31st December 2003
We can also offer a full range of
inspection services to assist with compliance with various regulations such
as the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER
98) and the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR 2000). Contact Sennocke
International Insurance Services Limited for more information or a quotation
for any of the inspection services detailed above.
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