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Electrical testing and inspection services
ELECTRICAL TESTING & INSPECTION SERVICES
Discover more about our services, why you should switch to Bureau Veritas and learn more about our additional services including electrical technical services and consultancy.
It can be challenging maintaining electrical compliance across a wide variety of electrical systems, installations and assets
Electrical testing and inspection play a critical role in maintaining safe, compliant and reliable electrical systems. Our electrical testing and inspection services help organisations understand the condition of their electrical installations, identify potential risks and demonstrate compliance with UK health and safety requirements.
We support businesses across a wide range of sectors, delivering structured electrical inspections that provide clarity, assurance and actionable insight.
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What is electrical testing and inspection?
Electrical testing and inspection is the assessment of electrical systems, equipment and installations to confirm they are safe to operate and suitable for continued use. The aim is to identify defects, deterioration or non-compliance that could lead to electric shock, fire, equipment failure or operational disruption.
Our electrical testing and inspection services
Our electrical testing and inspection services are tailored to the needs of commercial, industrial and public sector organisations. We work with clients to plan inspections that are proportionate, practical and aligned with operational requirements, helping minimise disruption while maintaining safety and accuracy.
WHY SHOULD YOU SWITCH ELECTRICAL COMPLIANCE PARTNER TO BUREAU VERITAS?
ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL SERVICES AND CONSULTANCY
We also offer expert, impartial consultancy on all electrical matters from a dedicated team of renowned electrical engineering consultants. We can help you to make informed decisions, drive cost savings and ensure the seamless operation of your systems.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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When is electrical testing and inspection required?
Electrical testing and inspection may be required:
- As part of routine health and safety management
- When occupying or acquiring a new building
- Following changes to electrical systems or usage
- After incidents, faults or damage
- To support insurance, audit or compliance obligations
Regular electrical inspection helps organisations identify issues early and manage risk proactively. Electrical inspections may identify where more specialist testing or periodic inspection is required.
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What regulations govern electrical testing and inspection in the UK?
The Electricity at Work Regulations (EAWR) 1989 (1991 in Northern Ireland) are made under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. In the UK, these regulations require employers, as ‘duty holders’, to provide a safe working environment for all electrical equipment and systems, regardless of when they were manufactured, installed, or brought into use.
Employers, the self-employed, and employees all have duties and obligations to comply with the requirements of the regulations, which apply to all places of work, with no exemptions. All electrical systems must be maintained in a safe condition, and an important aspect of such maintenance is periodic inspection and testing.