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Given that every commercial electrical appliance requires PAT testing. this qualification is a very useful addition to the skillset of any practicing electrical professional.

Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment - PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) courses.

Two courses, taken together to give you the best possible grounding.  

1. City and Guilds 2377-11 Management of electrical equipment maintenance.   

2. City and Guilds 2377-12 Inspection and testing of electrical equipment.    

These courses enable you to undertake PAT testing and manage the testing process.

For this course option, you will take the City & Guilds 2377.12 Operators Registration and Examination. If you also want to take the City & Guilds 2377.11 Management Qualification you should book this course.

Every item of electrical equipment in a commercial environment is required to be PAT tested, that is it has been tested as being safe to use and has been marked safe, whether it be a kettle, toaster or computer.    

These  two day 'practical' workshops cover everything necessary to successfully achieve the City and Guilds certifications. 

The courses includes both a theory element and practical elements. We take you through the practical disciplines and formal recording processes, as well as preparing you for the online City and Guilds 2377 tests.

Course Content Option 2377-12

Electrical Safety   

Regulations role and responsibilities   

Insulation and earthing   

Classification of appliances   

Preliminary Inspection, test precautions   

Using a Portable Appliance Tester   

Essential tests   

Optional tests

Labeling tests 

Reporting and recording results 

Implementing a test programme 

Practical Assessment

Course Content Option 2377-11

Law and scope of relevant legislation

Types, use and testing of electrical equipment. 

Categories, frequency and practicalities of PAT testing 

Procedures, documentation and user responsibility

Identify training required for PAT testing

Appropriate test instruments and how they are used.

The City & Guilds 2377.12 PAT Testing Exam  

The PAT Testing exam consists of 30 questions with a time limit of 1 hour. This exam will be conducted at our centre in a comfortable environment following your course.

Pre-read book  

The reference book 'Codes of Practice for In- Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment' 3rd Edition ISBN Number 978-0-86341-833-4 is required for this course.

This book is available from www.theiet.org or good electrical suppliers.    

We also sell copies at our centre though we suggest you pre-read this book before attending this short course.

Book your course online
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This course lasts 2 Days and costs £300 including all materials with no hidden costs.

Reserve your place now with a £150 deposit by clicking the book button next to your chosen start date.

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Is this course right for me?

In a commercial environment, regulations insist that every item of electrical equipment is tested and certified as being safe to use.  For electrical contractors this can be seen as a potentially lucrative new service to add - and one that is required by industry at all levels.

How long is the course?  

2 days training in a practical workshop environment followed by the online examination.

How much does it cost?  

£300 including 2377.12 Operators Registration, exam and certification fee.

You can reserve your place with a deposit of only £150 - making it easier than ever to get the training you need.  

How do I book?  

You can book online through this website safely and securely or telephone one of our helpful and knowledgable staff if you prefer.

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