Description
Introduction: As stated in the IEE Code of Practice – in order to comply with these regulations, the tester must have an understanding of the modes of electrical, mechanical or thermal damage to electrical equipment and appliances as well as their flexes which may be encountered in a work environment. Training for testers must include the identification of equipment and appliance types to determine the test procedures, and the frequency of inspection. Persons testing must be familiar with the test instruments used and in particular their limitations and restrictions, so as to achieve repeatable results without damaging the equipment or the appliance.
Test and PAT testing certificate: At the end of the PAT testing training course there will be a multiple-choice quiz, comprising of 21 questions, testing your knowledge of the topic. The pass mark is set at 80% but don’t worry you can attempt the test as many times as is needed. Following the successful completion of the course you will receive a digital certificate, which you can download or print. We recommend that you keep these for your records. The portable appliance testing course is RoSPA assured and CPD approved and their logos are included on the certificate.
All portable appliance testing equipment is different. It is the learner’s responsibility to make sure that they have read and understood the manufacturer’s user manual for their PAT testing equipment before attempting to carry out PAT testing. Although we make every reasonable attempt to verify the accuracy of the technical information and advice provided in this portable appliance testing course, we accept no responsibility for loss or damage to persons or equipment resulting from its application or interpretation.
Duration: This online PAT testing course should take approximately 30 – 45 minutes to complete. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like. The training saves automatically as you work through the course so it can be completed convenience.
Target Audience: This module is suitable for anyone interested in becoming a competent person in portable appliance testing.
Entry Requirements: There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
What training can I do next? PAT Testing is a vital part of health and safety, we offer many other courses covering the latest legislation and guidance including our Complete Health and Safety Package, Health and Safety at Work Training Package and Fire Safety Training.
PAT Testing Qualification: Our online PAT Testing training is purely a vocational course and does not qualify you to carry out PAT testing on other people’s property. This course is for anyone who wishes to update their knowledge on this subject or is going to be carrying out PAT testing on their own premises.
Legislation covered in this course includes: The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require that any electrical equipment that has the potential to cause injury is maintained in a safe condition. Portable Appliance Testing is one way in which to ensure electrical equipment is safe. As stated in the IEE Code of Practice – testers must have an understanding of the modes of electrical, mechanical or thermal damage to electrical equipment and appliances and their flexes which may be encountered in a work environment. Legislation covered:
- Health and Safety Legislation
- Compliance Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
- Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 1992
