Inspection & Testing - Special Locations
Public Venues & Nightclubs
Premises used by the public for entertainment are subject to the Licensing Act 2003 and require inspection by their Local Authority.
The definition of a public event requiring entertainment licence testing is any kind of entertainment into which a passer-by or member of the public can be admitted by payment or otherwise.
Local Authorities have the responsibility of ensuring that these premises meet basic safety standards and comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order along with any local bye-laws.
There is normally a requirement from the local authority for:
- Annual Inspection and Testing of Emergency Lighting to BS 5266
- Regular Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm to BS 5839
- Regular Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations to BS 7671 For most premises this will be annual.
- Annual Portable Appliance Testing to IEE Code of Practice for PAT Testing
In most cases the issuing authority will require this inspection work to be carried out by a Member of the Institute of Electrical Engineers, NICEIC Approved Contractor, ECA Registered Member or Chartered Engineer.
Our fully qualified electrical engineers carry out all the necessary testing and provide all the certification required by the local government to enable the duty holder to satisfy these requirements. We are happy to undertake research to find the particular requirements of your local council on request.