How does the panel feel about what we know as PAT testing? As we all know the extent of the testing does not normally extend past electrical equipment which has a 13 amp plug which leaves, in many cases, hard wired equipment, which is forever untested.
We can find APs, RPs and DHs understandably making an assumption that when he/she contracts in the service they are buying compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations, which ultimately they will probably not be, leaving them exposed to liability if someone gets a zap from electrical equipment.
We call this test PAT (portable) because that is what it originally was and because it is easier said than ISITEE but the process has moved on considerably to include other types of equipment.
I would also ask does PAT testing (as we call it) other than a visual and fuse check, protect someone from a risk from fire?
Even the HSENI refers to Portable Appliance Testing in its guidance and nothing about testing other types of equipment.