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At Drish Electrical, we offer comprehensive electrical testing in Tipperary, delivering certified Periodic Inspection Reports (PIRs) for domestic, commercial, and rental properties. Whether required for insurance compliance, regulatory standards, or general maintenance, our testing services are carried out to the highest industry standards by fully qualified electricians.
What Is a Periodic Inspection Report (PIR)?
Under Irish health and safety law, businesses and public buildings are required to maintain fully operational emergency lighting systems at all times. These systems must illuminate escape routes, exits, stairwells, and high-risk areas in the event of power loss.
As per the IS 3217:2013+A1:2017 standard, emergency lighting systems must be tested quarterly, with a full annual duration test. Neglecting these tests can lead to prosecution, invalid insurance, and significant risks to life in an emergency.
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Drish Electrical ensures you remain compliant by delivering scheduled testing with full documentation.
Quarterly Emergency Lighting Testing – What’s Involved
A Periodic Inspection Report—also known as an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)—is a formal document produced following the inspection and testing of an electrical installation. This report assesses the condition of existing wiring systems to identify:
Any electrical faults or safety hazards
∎ Defective wiring or outdated components
∎ Overloaded circuits or non-compliance with current regulations
∎ Potential fire or shock risks
∎ Need for urgent or non-urgent remedial works
At Drish Electrical, we conduct PIRs in accordance with ET101 National Rules for Electrical Installations, ensuring full alignment with Irish electrical safety legislation.
​What Does Our Electrical Testing Include?
We offer thorough inspection and testing services for all types of electrical installations. A full periodic inspection by Drish Electrical includes:
∎ Visual assessment of the entire installation
∎ Testing of circuits, fuses, breakers, sockets, and distribution boards
∎ Earth continuity and bonding checks
∎ Polarity and insulation resistance testing
∎ Live fault detection using advanced diagnostic equipment
∎ Detailed report outlining observations and recommended actions
Where defects are found, we provide cost-effective repair solutions to restore your installation to a safe and compliant standard.
Electrical Testing for Different Property Types
∎ Domestic Properties
For homeowners, electrical testing ensures your family is protected from hidden faults or fire risks. We recommend a PIR every 10 years (or 5 years for rental properties).
∎ Commercial and Industrial Premises
For businesses, downtime caused by electrical faults can be costly. Our team performs inspections with minimal disruption to daily operations. We can tailor inspection schedules around business hours or holidays.
∎ Rental Properties
Landlords must ensure the electrical installation is safe at the start of every tenancy, and regularly thereafter. We provide documentation suitable for letting agents, insurance providers, and housing authorities.
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