New approach to PAT

Seaward's new electrical safety tester the Apollo 600 is equipped with onboard risk assessment tools to assist the user and ensure a proportionate response to inspecting and testing electrical equipment.

The multi-purpose PAT tester combines electrical testing with sophisticated safety data collection and handling features, including an onboard digital camera, to help those involved in maintaining safety in the workplace to demonstrate compliance with the latest guidance on inspection and testing programmes. The combined risk assessment and electrical safety inspection and testing capabilities of the Apollo have been designed to mirror the latest advice provided by the HSE and the fourth edition of the IET Code of Practice which stresses the importance of taking a structured approach to risk assessment for the determination of equipment inspection and testing intervals.