Key facts at a glance
This course is due to replace the City & Guilds 2391-10 qualification. It is the ideal accompaniment to the City & Guilds 2394 course. This qualification will be delivered early in 2012. Check back for more info soon.
Entry Requirements / Who’s it for?
This 2395 qualification is ideal for existing contractors who already have some knowledge of inspection and testing. Ideally you will have already completed one of the following courses:
City & Guilds 2392 Inspection & Testing Course
City & Guilds 2394 Initial Verification & Certification Course
If you have existing knowldge of inspection and testing and are unsure if you are elligible ofr this course please speak with our course advisors on 01293 529777 for more information.
Why take this 2395 inspection and testing course?
Periodic Inspections are amongst the most profitable services electrical contractors can offer their customers. As a result this invaluable qualification is for those more entrepreneurial contractors wishing to exploit this sector.
You will be able to inspect and test a range of installations in both domestic and commercial settings and most importantly this will allow you test and inspect existing installations carried out by other domestic installers or electricians.
Even for an experienced electrician Testing and Inspection can be a difficult subject, however on the City and Guilds 2395 Inspection and testing course we will ensure the subject is demystified giving you the best chance of gaining the latest qualification to demonstrate your competency.
This is an essential skill for any electrical installer.
City & Guilds 2395 Course Content:
This 2395 course will teach you the principles, practices and legislation for periodic inspection, testing and condition reporting of electrical installations in accordance with statutory and non-statutory regulations and requirements.
Its content covers skills and background knowledge for the periodic inspection, testing and condition reporting of electrical installations.
Key areas covered include:
Safe isolation of electrical circuits and installations
Requirements for inspecting, testing and recording the condition of electrical installations
Requirements for completing the periodic inspection of electrical installations
The differences between periodic inspection and initial verification
Requirements for the safe testing of electrical installations which have been placed in service
Requirements for testing before circuits are energised
Requirements for testing energised installations
Understand and interpret test results
Requirements for the completion of electrical installation condition reports and associated documentation
How to confirm safety of system and equipment prior to completion of inspection, testing and commissioning
How to carry out inspection of electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
How to test electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
How to produce a condition report with recording observations and classifications
Throughout the above you will also cover:
Health and Safety requirements
Relevant documentation
Requirements for the inspection
Reasons for inspection and testing
Factors that affect conductor resistance
Completing insulation resistance testing
Common earth fault loop paths
Methods for verifying protection
Methods for testing the operation of residual current devices
Information in condition report
Text books required:
TBA
Exams & Qualifications
You will assessed in 3 ways; one online multiple choice exam, one written paper and also a practical assessment. These break down as follows:
301 Principles, practices and legislation for the initial verification of electrical installations (Online Multiple Choice)
302 Principles, practices and legislation for the initial verification of electrical installations (Written)
303 Principles, practices and legislation for the initial verification of electrical installations (Assignment)
The examination date and time is set nationally and commences at regular intervals set by City and Guilds. The course runs from Monday to Friday with the exam usually taking place the following Tuesday.
This is to enable you to get the most benefit out of the course and enough time to deal with any learning issues that should arise.
What's Next?
Level 3 Award in Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations (2394)
Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations (2396)
