Hospitality: Compliance for B&B's, Airbnb, pubs & clubs

Fire Safety & Electrical Compliance Services for Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Businesses

PAT-iT Ltd understands that discretion and professionalism are essential when working within hospitality and tourism environments. Our engineers always operate respectfully around guests, staff and visitors, ensuring minimal disruption to your business operations.

We support a wide range of hospitality and leisure businesses including bed & breakfasts, hotels, guest houses, holiday cottages, leisure apartments, log cabins, chalets, caravans, holiday parks, restaurants, pubs, bars, clubs, spas, retreats and health & beauty establishments.

Hospitality Compliance Services

All hospitality businesses have a legal duty to maintain safe electrical and fire safety systems. PAT-iT Ltd provides a complete range of compliance services including:

PAT Testing (Portable Appliance Testing)
Electrical Equipment Testing
Fire Extinguisher Servicing & Supply
Emergency Lighting Testing
Fire Alarm Inspection & Maintenance
Fire Door Inspections
Fire Risk Assessment Support (via trusted partners)
Microwave Leakage Testing

We work closely with business owners, managers and Health & Safety representatives to ensure compliance requirements are met efficiently and with minimal disruption to guests.

Working Around Your Business Operations

We understand that hospitality businesses operate 7 days a week, often with high occupancy levels. Work is therefore planned carefully around booking schedules, quiet periods and off-peak hours where possible.

Risk-Based Approach to Compliance

Not all electrical equipment requires annual testing. We support a risk-based approach based on usage, environment and type of equipment. This helps reduce unnecessary costs while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Guidance may include the IET Code of Practice, HSG107, BS 50699, BS 5306, BS 5266, BS 5839, BS EN 671 and other relevant British Standards depending on the services provided.

Why Hospitality Businesses Choose PAT-iT Ltd

Established in 2010
Three-time British Standards Institution (BSI) Award Winner
Discreet and professional working practices
Flexible scheduling around guest occupancy
Digital certification and compliance reporting
Experience across hotels, pubs, restaurants and leisure venues
Multi-service compliance provider (fire + electrical)
Risk-based recommendations rather than unnecessary testing

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should fire extinguishers be serviced in hotels, pubs and hospitality venues?

Fire extinguishers should normally be serviced annually in accordance with BS 5306. Hospitality venues should also carry out regular visual checks to ensure extinguishers remain accessible, correctly located and in good condition.

How often should emergency lighting be tested in hospitality premises?

Emergency lighting systems should be tested monthly for functionality and undergo a full annual 3-hour discharge test in line with BS 5266 requirements to ensure safe evacuation during power failure.

How often should fire alarm systems be inspected?

Fire alarm systems should be tested weekly at the call point and professionally serviced at regular intervals in accordance with BS 5839. This ensures early detection and reliable operation in guest-facing environments.

How often should PAT Testing be carried out in hospitality businesses?

PAT Testing frequency should be based on a risk assessment rather than a fixed legal interval. The type of equipment, usage and environment should all be considered when determining inspection schedules.

Do hospitality businesses need fire door inspections?

Yes. Fire doors should be regularly inspected to ensure they close properly, maintain integrity and provide effective compartmentation in the event of a fire.

Can fire safety and electrical compliance services be completed in one visit?

Yes. Combining fire extinguisher servicing, emergency lighting testing, fire alarm inspection and PAT Testing into a single visit reduces disruption and is often more efficient for hospitality businesses.

Do landlords and holiday let owners need compliance checks?

Yes. Owners of holiday lets, B&Bs and rental properties have a duty of care to ensure electrical equipment and fire safety systems are properly maintained and safe for guests.