• accreditation
• impartiality

The British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC) is a recognised sign of assurance of independent cable testing and approval.

A non-profit making Government-nominated body, BASEC has for more than 30 years been a mark of reassurance to those specifying cable.  

The leader in product certification services for electrical cables, data and signal cables and ancillary products, BASEC has a reputation for quality, clarity and ensuring safety in cables.

All products are rigorously tested to meet necessary and appropriate British, European and international standards through detailed examination of manufacturers' production processes and controls.

We provide system assessment and certification for Quality (ISO 9001), Environmental (ISO 14001) and Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSAS 18001). A full listing of our clients registered to these international standards can be found on this site.

In addition, BASEC offers auditing for Process Capability in cable making, Certificates of Assessed Design for innovative cable products and independent testing and reporting in the event of disputes.

BASEC is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England No. 01150237.  Registered address 23 Presley Way, Crownhill, Milton Keynes, MK8 0ES, UK.