There are five main purposes of EICR reports. 1. To record results of inspection and testing, confirming your electrical installations are safe to use until the next inspection to date. 2. To locate any damage and wear, and alert you to this. 3. To find any parts of your electrical installations that do not meet IET Wiring Regulations. 4. To identify anything that may cause electric shocks or high temperatures. 5. To provide an important record of your installation at the time of inspection, to guide future inspection and testing.