IET Code of Practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (5th Edition)

The object of the Code of Practice is to give advice on in-service inspection and testing to determine whether electrical equipment is fit for continued service or if maintenance or replacement is necessary. This is commonly known as PAT Testing (Portable Appliance Testing).

The Code of Practice (150 pages) covers the following chapters:-

1. Scope
2. Definitions
3. The Law
4. Fixed Electrical Installation
5. Types of Electrical Equipment
6. The Electrical Tests
7. In-Service Inspection & Testing
8. Procedures for In-Service Inspection & Testing
9. Training
10. Test Instruments
11. Equipment Construction Types (classes)
12. Types of Inspection & Testing
13. The User Check
14. The Formal Visual Inspection
15. Combined Inspection & Testing
16. New & Third Party Equipment
17. Standards and Regulations
18. Appendices & Forms