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You are working late and it is turning dark, but you need to finish writing a report.

Maybe you should turn on the lamp.

Click the button to turn on the lamp.

Upon examining the lamp you find that the expired in 1994!

PAT TESTING is required every five years to ensure continued safety and compliance.

PAT TEST

PAT TEST

Call your line manager?

Turn on the light anyway?

E-mail your office health and safety manager

What do you do?

Go Home

You type a teams message to your line manager to let them know about the out of data product.

They are the right person to address it.They have finished for today and will respond tomorrow.

Click the button to continue....

You phone your line manager via their personal number.

When you called your line manager on their personal phone outside of working hours, they pointed out that this was not appropriate. Calling outside of work hours on personal communication channels can also impact wellbeing, as it disrupts boundaries between work and personal time. Your line manager is not the direct point of contact for safety issues. You should email the Health and Safety representative instead. Please ensure that you contact the correct person during working hours and use the appropriate channels to maintain professionalism.

Click the button to continue....

You have alerted your health and safety manager, what are the next steps?

Call your line manager?

Turn on the light anyway?

Go Home

FEEDBACK

Great job on reporting the out-of-date PAT test to the appropriate person. By promptly addressing the issue and leaving the building, you helped avoid potential fire hazards or other risks that could arise from faulty electrical equipment. This demonstrates your commitment to following health and safety practices and ensuring a safe environment. Keep up the great work!

FEEDBACK

It’s crucial to address safety issues immediately, and in this case, leaving the building without informing the Health and Safety Manager about the out-of-date PAT test meant that the hazard was left unreported. This could have led to serious risks, including fire hazards or electrical accidents. In the future, please make sure to report any safety concerns right away, ensuring they are promptly addressed before leaving the premises. Immediate action is key to maintaining a safe environment for everyone.

FEEDBACK

While you followed the correct evacuation procedures, the fire was entirely avoidable and had serious consequences. The fire occurred because you attempted to use an object that hadn't undergone a valid PAT test, which is a critical health and safety procedure. It's essential to ensure all equipment is properly tested before use to prevent such serious incidents and protect both the workplace and everyone in it.

You caused a fire!!!

What do you do???

Finish your drink?

Use the phone to call for 999

Get Out

12,5%

12,5%

50%

25%

50% of fires are caused by carelessness with electrical equipment

While it's tempting to finish your drink, it's important to remember that safety should always come first. In moments of danger, like a fire, taking a second to prioritize action over habit can save your life. No matter how much you want that last sip, you need to stay focused and deal with the immediate threat before anything else.

YOUR DRINK CAN WAIT - BUT YOUR SAFETY CAN'T.

When in Danger, Your Drink Can Wait—Safety Comes First!

In the UK, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) ensures electrical appliances are safe and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act and Electricity at Work Regulations. PAT involves:

  • Visual Inspection – Checking for physical damage, like frayed cables or cracks.
  • Electrical Testing – Using PAT equipment to verify safety, including earth continuity, insulation, and polarity.
  • Labelling and Documentation – Marking appliances with test dates and maintaining records.
Testing frequency depends on usage risk and environment, with high-risk areas needing more frequent checks. PAT testing helps UK businesses meet safety standards and protect employees from electrical hazards.

PAT TESTING