Commercial EICR Testing Angmering

Commercial EICRs - laws & regulations

In the UK, Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) for commercial settings are not explicitly mandated by law at fixed intervals, but legal duties under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 requires employers and anyone in control of electrical installations to ensure that systems are safe and properly maintained. Compliance is typically demonstrated through periodic inspection and testing of fixed wiring in line with BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).

While there is no statutory frequency, industry best practice recommends inspections every five years for standard commercial premises, shorter intervals (1 - 3 years) for higher-risk settings. Here’s a few examples of commercial property types and how often an EICR is recommended:

• Retail / Offices: Every 5 years.
• Restaurants / Cafes / Bars: Every 3 - 5 years.
• Industrial warehouses / Factories: Every 3 years.
• Leisure centres / Gyms / Swimming pools: Every 1 - 3 years.
• Schools / Universities: Every 3 years.

EICR codes explained:

During an EICR, a qualified electrician will identify any electrical faults in your commercial premises and assign a specific code to each one. These codes indicate the severity of the issue and help you prioritise remedial actions efficiently. The main EICR codes are:

• C1 (Danger present): Immediate action required to make the installation safe.
• C2 (Potentially dangerous): Remedial work should be carried out as soon as possible.
• C3 (Improvement recommended): Improvements suggested for safety or compliance; not urgent.
• FI (Further investigation required): Additional investigation is needed before other work can proceed. An FI may also contribute to a failed EICR.

While it’s useful to understand these codes, your electrician will explain them in practical terms relevant to your property and operations. Clear, open communication ensures you fully understand any risks and the recommended actions, making the process straightforward and stress-free for facility managers and stakeholders.

Commercial electricians in Angmering

Tide Electrical Solutions understand how disruptive electrical work can be for all types of businesses. That’s why we’ll do everything we can to:

• Minimise downtime - we’ll operate out of hours where possible and work swiftly.
• Provide in-depth EICRs and offer quick repair work where required.
• Keep your employees feeling safe - we’ll ensure we are always in our branded uniform and sign in and out if required. We understand how important workplace security is.
• Communicate clearly - from your initial EICR to post repair work.

For commercial EICRs across Angmering choose Tide Electrical Solutions. We have experience in working with commercial clients of all sizes from small independent businesses to nationwide companies. With Tide Electrical Solutions regular EICR testing is stress-free and easier to navigate. For more information get in touch with our friendly Tide team today!