What is Fixed Wire Testing?
Fixed wire testing — also known as Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) testing — is a comprehensive inspection of all the fixed electrical wiring and installations within a building. This essential safety assessment examines the condition of electrical installations to identify any potential hazards or areas that fail to meet current safety standards.
Under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, all businesses are legally required to ensure their electrical installations are safe and properly maintained. Fixed wire testing provides documented evidence of compliance and helps prevent electrical accidents, fires, and other hazards.
How often? Most commercial premises require testing every 5 years. High-risk environments such as swimming pools, schools, and industrial sites may require more frequent inspection.
What Our Testing Includes
- Complete inspection of all fixed electrical installations
- Identification of defects and non-compliance issues
- Classification of all findings (C1, C2, C3, FI)
- Detailed EICR certification upon completion
- Recommendations for necessary remedial works
- Rectification of issues identified during testing
Why Choose Vanguard Compliance?
Qualified professionals — C&G 2391-52 and 18th Edition engineers on every inspection
Bespoke service — packages tailored to your specific site and sector
Flexible scheduling — out-of-hours working to minimise disruption
Rapid certification — reports issued without delay following completion
Calibrated equipment — regularly inspected for maximum accuracy
End-to-end service — from initial testing through to complete rectification
Non-compliance risk: Failure to maintain electrical installations in line with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 can result in prosecution, fines, and liability for injury or damage.