Does Your Workplace Carry Out Regular PAT Testing?
PAT testing (Portable Appliance Testing) involves the inspection of electrical appliances and equipment that are identified with a portable appliance test device to assess that they are safe. All appliances that are connected to a power source via a fixed installation or generator should be PAT tested. This includes PCs, monitors, electric drills, printers and more. Why is PAT testing...
How To Ensure Your Hazardous Area Electrics Are Safe
Hazardous areas are present in various businesses with important operations requiring or creating hazardous substances. The risks surrounding electrics in these areas cannot be ignored and workplaces have an obligation to keep their employees safe and their site compliant. There are several essential points to address and apply to any hazardous area, this includes: Knowing your...
ATEX Requirements: Keep Your Business Compliant
In our previous news article , we shared the importance of ATEX awareness and how to identify an ATEX zone using HSE classifications. Once a zone where a possible explosive atmosphere has been identified, there are several essential requirements a business must apply to adhere to for the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR). These requirements are in...
ATEX Awareness: The Electrical Dangers of Explosive Atmospheres
ATEX is an acronym for ‘Atmospheres Explosible’ and refers to the hazards surrounding explosive atmospheres in the workplace. These conditions lead to the risk of explosion due to flammable gases or combustible dust mixing in the air. Special measures must be adhered to in ATEX areas where electricity is concerned. Most electrical equipment may cause sparking or generate heat, these two...
The Accreditations of a Good Electrical Contractor
Certifications and qualifications serve as a good reflection of an electrical contractor’s experience and knowledge. A list of recognised accreditations should be on your list of criteria when looking to work with a potential new electrical contractor. These accreditations indicate that the business is compliant with the latest regulations and committed to providing quality electrical services. ...
A Spotlight on Lighting Inspections
Electrical safety should never be overlooked, especially in businesses and commercial properties that have hundreds of lights fitted. Lighting inspections go beyond basic electrical safety, ensuring that all interior, exterior and emergency lights are adequately illuminated throughout the building and grounds. It is essential to perform regular light inspections to guarantee that each light...
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Preventing Industrial Failures: HSE Review Lessons
Operational safety and asset integrity are critical to industrial longevity, especially in a company dealing with chemicals and highly hazardous environments, as emphasised in the HSE Annual Science Review 2026.
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Beyond the Wiring: A Practical Guide to Hazardous Area Mechanical...
While most businesses associate ATEX compliance with electrical systems, the updated guidance places a much sharper focus on the mechanical side of explosion protection.
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Hazardous Area Lighting For A Hydrogen Dispensing Area
We were contacted to supply and install zone 1 hazardous area lighting to our clients’ hydrogen dispensing area.
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Waste Management Plant Room ATEX Lighting
For a client with a waste management plant room, we supplied and installed zone 1 ATEX certified lighting as well as emergency lighting controls via ATEX certified motion sensor controllers.
