Stage Inspection, Testing, Reporting, Service and Maintenance
Regular inspection and testing of your stage lighting and specialist performance equipment is essential. Our inspection service checks that everything is safe to use and running properly, in line with building control requirements where applicable.
We’ve carried out inspections in schools, colleges, universities, theatres, drama studios, community centres and other education settings across all key stage levels.
Whatever type of inspection you need, from pre plaster checks to foundation excavation reviews linked to building work, we can tailor the service. We also understand how issues like damp proof courses and damp proof membranes can impact equipment and performance spaces. However your system is comprised, we’ll provide a custom inspection and reporting package.
Stage Lighting PAT Testing
School Atrium Lighting System
Lighting Rig Under Full Inspection
Complete Range of Stage Inspection, Testing, Service and Maintenance Packages
- Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
- Portable Appliance Testing (P.A.T.)
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
Maintenance Packages:
- Cleaning, maintenance, service and repair of all performance related equipment
- Replacement lamps, repositioning and refocusing of stage lanterns
- Reprogramming of LED, moving and intelligent fixtures, control consoles, sound desks and upgrading of software.
- Training tailored to the individual needs of your venue and users
- Advice and guidance on Legal requirements and Essential Regulations that apply to your performance spaces
Benefits of Regular Stage Inspection, Testing and Servicing Maintenance Visits
- Ensure that all of your performance equipment is in good working order and safe to use. Be safe in the knowledge that you are meeting legal requirements as they relate to your performance equipment and installation.
- Check for any faults in the system and equipment that could have an effect on upcoming performances.
- An inspection can be the ideal time to replace any fixture lamps and access hard to reach parts of your performance space.
- Help extend the working life of equipment and minimise wear and tear
- Regular inspection and testing helps avoid costly down time
Areas of Expertise
- Performance Stage Lighting Electrical and Equipment Inspection and Testing
- Stage Engineering Systems Lifting Equipment – Fixed Bars – Trusses
- Seating Systems including Electrically Operated Tiered Seating
- Stage Track and Drapes Systems
- Stage Sound Systems
- Audio Visual Systems
- Stage Management Systems
- Induction Loops
In Safe Hands
The Stage & Studio Projects team have over 25 years experience in providing performance stage lighting, sound and audio-visual systems, PA systems, stage engineering, stage track and drapes, and TV and broadcast studio services to a wide range of clients. Over the years we have worked extensively with schools and colleges, theatres, galleries, places of worship, art centres, performance venues, community centres, hospitals, shopping centres and television studios. A big part of our service is providing complete inspection and testing maintenance packages from initial advice through to the issuing of reports and certification.
Many of our clients have Annual Care Packages with us that often include technical back up and service visits.
You can find out more on our Stage Equipment Testing, Inspection and Maintenance FAQs page.
For more information on our testing and inspection maintenance packages or to discuss a no obligation quotation, please call us on 0161 241 2785 or send us an email to info
Why does our electrical installation need regular inspection and testing?
According to the IEE Wiring Regulations Seventeenth Edition BS7671:2008 Inspection and Testing Guidance Notes, ‘Periodic inspection and testing is necessary because all electrical installations deteriorate due to a number of factors such as damage, wear, tear, corrosion, excessive electrical loading, ageing and environmental influences…legislation requires that electrical installations are maintained in a safe condition and therefore must be periodically inspected and tested.’
From a lay person’s point of view, your electrical installation needs testing to ensure that it is safe. However, regular testing, inspecting and servicing also ensures that your equipment is operating at optimum performance and will also extend the life of your theatrical equipment.
What is an Electrical Installation Condition Report?
A Periodic Inspection, or Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), is an assessment of the in-service condition of an electrical installation against the requirements of the standard to which it was installed, the current version is BS 7671:2008. It is an in-depth inspection on the electrical condition of the installation. An EICR reports can be requested or commissioned by insurance companies, individuals, users and local authority. For further information, read this Electrical Safety Council Guide
How is an EICR different from a PAT test?
PAT is Portable Appliance Testing. A portable electrical appliance is an item of equipment that is not part of a fixed installation but is connected to it by a cable and plug. This could be lanterns, a lighting desk or similar loose equipment used in the environment, not just lighting equipment. EICR differs greatly from a PAT test as it inspects the electrical installation, not appliances. We would recommend PAT testing your loose equipment at the same time as having an EICR to ensure the entire installation and equipment is in optimum working order.
Who should carry out the EICR and PAT?
Electrical inspection reports and PAT procedures should be carried out by experienced and competent engineers.
Are there any other stage equipment inspections I need with regards to my theatrical equipment?
If you have any equipment that is used for lifting or lowering performance equipment or people, it will need inspecting every 6-12 months depending on the equipment and frequency of use adhering to The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) .
If you have overhead fixed equipment such as lighting bars, trusses and curtain tracks, these need to be inspected under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).
How often do I need these stage equipment inspections?
Statutory requirements vary dependent on the installation, building use or individual licenses. We would recommend having them annually all at the same time.
Is there any inspecting we can do ourselves?
Routine visual inspection of all equipment is recommended on a quarterly basis. We can offer training to staff so that they are competent in this area giving you peace of mind between our Annual Care Visits.
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