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EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES


WATT ARE THE RULES? Tim Beardsmore from Calbarrie Compliance Services, explains the electrical statutory


responsibilities for schools, colleges and universities and why term breaks are the ideal time to get testing done.


The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) states that overall accountability for health and safety lies with the employer. Day-to-day running of educational facilities includes responsibility for the health and safety of students and staff and effective management of risk.


Electrical systems within educational facilities deteriorate due to factors such as damage, wear, tear, corrosion, excessive electrical loading, ageing and environmental influences. Movement and/ or misuse (or change of use) of equipment, for instance, can cause damage and without the correct certification not only are staff and students potentially at risk, but insurance may be invalid in the event of a claim resulting from an electrical fault.


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The law requires that “all reasonable and practicable steps to prevent danger from electrical systems” must be taken to avoid injuries or deaths that may arise from electrical faults in the workplace, and that regular inspection and testing of workplace electrical equipment and systems takes place. Regular maintenance allows early identification of minor electrical faults that can become costly and more serious if left unattended and avoidance of longer-term disruption to services.


Legislation also requires that testing of electrical items should be carried out by a ‘competent person’. This means someone who has the suitable training, skills and knowledge for the task to prevent injury to themselves


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