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Fixed electrical testing

Electrical testingAll electrical installations deteriorate with age and use. They need to be checked and tested regularly to ensure they are safe and in a satisfactory condition for continued use.

These tests are commonly referred to as fixed electrical or periodic inspection and testing and must be carried out by a competent person as defined by the requirements of The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.

Compliance activities must be carried out correctly, to the relevant standard, and to a schedule to ensure that a building and its duty holder / responsible person is legally compliant.

As duty holder, you cannot simply pass this to a contractor.  You have a duty to manage the contractor by demonstrating a competent procurement process. This includes appointing qualified and capable contractor, undertaking sufficient checks on the activities they carry out and ensuring these are done in a safe and competent manner.

We provide full management and support to deliver compliance on behalf of a duty holder as well as essential system support. We will:

  • develop a comprehensive servicing schedule
  • develop contracts to deliver technical/operational requirements
  • complete procurement exercises to provide best value
  • engage with approved contractors
  • manage of contractors
  • undertake technical inspection and verification of submitted reports
  • ensure timely action and advise on identified remedial measures
  • provide full impartiality on all areas of work, acting in the best interest of the duty holder
  • provide advice and guidance
  • provide online access to reports

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New customers:

03000 269 359

dsbd@durham.gov.uk

Existing customers can call our Property Help Desk, your single point of contact to access our 24/7 Repairs and Maintenance Service.

03000 267 890

propertyhelpdesk@durham.gov.uk

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We understand the critical role schools, academies and other public sector organisations have in the fight against COVID 19. As a result of national guidance, many of our staff are working from home but are available to support customers via telephone, conferencing, portal or email. We may have to reduce support in some non-essential areas, therefore, if you are unable to contact us through your normal communication channels, you can contact us through our Customer Services Helpdesk on 03000 26 0000 or by email commercialservices@durham.gov.uk
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