The Final Step: Testing, Certification & Handover for Your Dental Practice
Towards the end of your exciting journey of building your own dental practice, the practice build handover stage is where everything comes together. This critical phase ensures dental practice compliance with UK regulations and HTM standards, so your new facility is safe, efficient, and ready for patients.
And as with every other stage of the dental build process, Excel Building Contractors have a wide range of experience in getting everything compliant and signed off up, so the first patients coming through the door can be wowed by your new facility.
Here’s a step by step guide to what happens during this essential stage:
1. Electrical Installation Certificate
We provide full electrical testing and issue an Electrical Installation Certificate, guaranteeing compliance and safety for all equipment and systems.
2. Plumbing and Pressure Testing
Reliable water supply is vital for dental practices. We perform pressure testing and leak checks to ensure your plumbing meets compliance standards.
3. Fire System Commissioning
Fire alarms and emergency systems are tested and commissioned to meet fire safety regulations, protecting your team and patients.
4. Ventilation Validation (HTM 03-01)
Proper ventilation is crucial for infection control. We validate airflow and filtration systems in line with HTM 03-01, ensuring a safe clinical environment.
5. Water Treatment & Legionella Compliance
Water systems undergo treatment and testing for Legionella compliance, safeguarding health and meeting legal requirements.
6. Flooring and Finish Snagging
We check flooring and finishes for imperfections, ensuring your practice looks professional and meets hygiene standards.
7. Clean Room Standard LDU Validation (HTM 01-05)
Your Local Decontamination Unit (LDU) is validated to HTM 01-05 standards, ensuring sterilisation processes meet strict infection control guidelines.
8. RPA Report & Radiation Protection File
For practices with X-ray equipment, we provide a Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA) report and compile your Radiation Protection File for full compliance.
9. Handover Documents
You’ll receive complete O&M manuals, warranties, and certificates, giving you everything needed for future maintenance and compliance.
10. Final Walkthrough & Snag List
We conduct a final walkthrough with you and the contractor, addressing any last-minute snags so your practice is perfect from day one.
Why Compliance Matters
Testing and certification aren’t just formalities; they ensure your dental practice meets HTM standards, legal requirements, and patient safety expectations. When we hand over your practice, it’s fully compliant and ready for immediate use.
Planning a new dental practice or refurbishment?
Contact us today for a no obligation chat to learn how we manage every detail. From design to practice build handover, with precision and care.
Call us on 020 8820 0853 or email sales@excel-ltd.co.uk