PATTA News & Guidance

Nearly all Portable electrical items require a fuse for added protection in case of a fault. This fuse is designed to protect your device from harm should irregularities in current be detected. Fuse production is dictated by British Standard regulation BS1362 to ensure fuses are safe to use and are manufactured to full quality. [...]

British socket outlets are amongst the safest in the world if they are in good repair. Electrical sockets that are manufactured to BS1363 standards (including multi way adapters and flexible extensions) must prevent the insertion of foreign objects into the socket tubes by an interlocking shutter mechanism. The BS1363 standard also sets a distance [...]

Most people use extension leads to get more sockets in their homes or workplaces; but most people are also not aware that even though there are (for example) 4 socket spaces to plug in 4 appliances, it does not mean it is safe to use all 4 sockets.  For example, are you aware that [...]

The Portable Appliance Testing Trade Association was formed in 2013 to provide a voice for people working in the “PAT” testing industry when they need it and to create opportunities for like minded small business owners to network and grow their businesses together. Events and meetings are happening all the time where decisions are being [...]

Electrical appliances are built by their manufacturer to meet strict British Standards, including for them to be safe for use; but over time appliances can deteriorate to an extent where there is a risk of electric shock to the user or fire.  Strangely, based on what some sceptics say electrical equipment built in the [...]

Public comment on the 5th edition In case you missed it last week, over in our Facebook group Tim posted an update on the Code of Practice 5th edition progress.  If you didn't know already Tim has been actively involved with the IET in the writing of the new book for a couple of years now.  [...]