Who is Responsible The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) requires every employer to ensure that  equipment is suitable for the purpose for which it is provided, and only used in the place and under the provision for  which it is provided. It also requires every employer to ensure that work equipment is efficiently maintained and kept fit  and suitable for its intended purpose. It must not be allowed to deteriorate in function or performance to such a level that  it puts people at risk. This means that regular, routine and planned maintenance regimes must be considered if  hazardous problems can arise In simple terms this means that if you (in any way) are providing electrical or other equipment for use by your  employees or any other person you have a duty to ensure that the equipment is fit for purpose, and electrically  safe. The Electricity at Work Regulations places a legal responsibility on employers and employees to take reasonably  practicable steps to ensure that no danger results from the use of such equipment. A Portable Appliance Test is quick and easy and designed to ensure that a piece of equipment is electrically safe to use.  The Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) places a further obligation in the following circumstances.  1. Where appliances are used by employees 2. Where the public may use appliances in establishments such as hospitals, schools, hotels, shops etc. 3. Where appliances are supplied or hired 4. Where appliances are repaired or serviced If you look around your building you will be surprised at the number of assets that fall into the category of PORTABLE  APPLIANCES  HOOPER SERVICES LTD PORTABLE APPLIANCE TESTING Portable Appliance Testing 023 92 630276