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How testing your electrical equipment can save your business money

While business confidence in the UK may have recently jumped to an 18-month high, the spectre of Brexit continues to threaten their long-term futures. With the cost of goods and services likely to increase in the wake of Britain’s exit from the EU, SMEs in particular may well be inclined to reduce operational costs across the board.

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One area that they should refuse to cut back on is electrical testing and maintenance, however, as this can essential to the safety of your employees and customers. With this in mind, here are the key ways in which electrical testing can save your firm money.

1. Underpin the longevity of your equipment

Some pieces of business hardware and equipment require a significant investment, particularly computers and secure servers. Replacing damaged or worn products can be extremely expensive, especially if you have to repeat this process regularly over time.

By securing access to reputable testing equipment and implementing regular inspections of your hardware, you can hopefully prevent long-term damage and increase longevity. This translates into significant savings, which can be deployed elsewhere throughout the business over a sustained period of time.

2. Gain access to rental and second-hand equipment

In the modern age, it is increasingly affordable to access key items of electrical testing equipment. Brands such as MCS Test Equipment have a diverse selection of used tools that can be purchased at discounts of up to 70% (alongside new items which can be leased on short-term deals).

This means that you can access the best electrical testing equipment on the market, without compromising on your budget or being to forced outside of your existing means.

3. Drive compliance throughout the businesses

 From a shorter-term perspective, the failure to test electrical equipment and carry out scheduled programs of maintenance can lead to significant breaches in compliance. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is the UK’s regulatory body, and one that lays out clear and concise guidelines for businesses to follow.

If you fail to adhere to these, you could well endanger the well-being of your staff (and customers) while also incurring a significant fine.

On a similar note, the failure to test your equipment could also lead to faults and significant injuries in the workplace. This is not only an horrendous situation for all parties involved, but it can also trigger long-term legal costs that could cause serious issues for your business.

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