Faulty appliances cause shocks, burns house fires and loss of lives, often reported on television or in newspapers. Further evidence is on the websites of Health and Safety Council and Fire Brigades nationally. What can we do about it? For your peace of mind Home Pat UK have introduced Portable Appliance Testing for the home as a precautionary safety measure and reduce the risk to ensure they maintain a safe environment by preventing the user and that of others being exposed to the dangers of electricity caused by faulty electrical appliances.