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Ensuring Accuracy in Electrical Testing with Verifi

How Accurate Are Your Test Results?

When conducting electrical testing, how confident are you in the accuracy of your results? Whether measuring earth fault loop impedance or the operating time of an RCD, the readings displayed on a test instrument are only as reliable as the verification processes behind them.

BS 7671 mandates that every installation must be inspected and tested before being put into service, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. However, the accuracy of test results depends on consistent verification and meticulous record-keeping—two aspects that are often challenging to manage manually.

BS 7671 Compliance: The Importance of Verification

BS 7671 outlines specific regulations to ensure that electrical installations meet the required safety and performance standards:

•Regulation 133-02-01: Upon completion of an installation, addition, or alteration, inspection and testing must be carried out to verify compliance.

•Regulation 711-01-01: Every installation must be inspected and tested both during and after construction to prevent hazards and ensure safety.

•Regulation 713-01-01: Specific tests must be performed in sequence before an installation is energized. If any test fails, it must be repeated after rectifying the issue.

To meet these regulations, electrical contractors must maintain accurate records of test results. However, traditional paper-based methods or scattered digital records can lead to errors, misplacement, or compliance risks.

Maintaining Accuracy Over Time

BS 7671 does not prescribe a specific method for ensuring test instrument accuracy—it only requires that results align with relevant criteria. However, industry best practices suggest a structured approach:

•Regular Calibration: Test instruments should undergo formal calibration to confirm their accuracy, including an assessment of test leads.

•Reference Measurements: Keeping records of readings taken from designated circuits or sockets provides a baseline for ongoing accuracy checks.

•Labeling Testing Points: Clearly marking testing locations allows consistency in future assessments, ensuring that all operatives follow the same verification process.

•Deviation Monitoring: If test results vary by more than ±5% from reference values, recalibration should be performed. If results remain stable, calibration intervals can be extended, potentially saving businesses significant costs.

How Verifi Simplifies Accuracy Tracking

Verifi is a digital solution designed to streamline compliance and accuracy verification in electrical testing. With Verifi, you can:

✔ Log test results digitally for seamless record-keeping and compliance verification.

✔ Track instrument accuracy over time by automatically comparing results to reference measurements.

✔ Receive alerts for deviations beyond acceptable thresholds, prompting timely recalibrations.

✔ Eliminate paper-based errors and ensure all data is stored securely in one place.

By using Verifi, electrical professionals can ensure regulatory compliance while reducing the administrative burden of maintaining accurate test records.

Ensuring the accuracy of electrical test results is critical for compliance and safety. With Verifi, you can move beyond outdated record-keeping methods and embrace a smarter, more efficient way to track accuracy and maintain regulatory compliance.