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Free Level 3 Portable Appliance Testing Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration2 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Portable Appliance Testing Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Arena Training Centre Sheffield over two days.

The course covers the inspection and testing of portable electrical equipment. You'll learn how to carry out safe, systematic checks on electrical appliances and record your findings correctly. It suits those already working with electrical equipment who want to formalise their skills.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Award in the In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment.

Who this course is for

Learn how to test portable electrical appliances with a qualification in Electrical Equipment Maintenance and Testing. A qualification in Electrical Equipment Maintenance and Testing is for practising electricians who want to progress in their career or move on to further study.

This qualification is aimed at those with responsibilities for the maintenance of electrical equipment and for those undertaking practical inspection and testing of electrical equipment. It allows those with the responsibility for the testing and inspection of electrical equipment to gain a qualification suitable to their job role.

Entry requirements

While no formal qualifications are required to enrol on this course, basic math and English skills along with a basic understanding of electrical principles and experience would would be advantageous.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify the legal and regulatory requirements for portable appliance testing.
  • You'll carry out visual inspections of electrical equipment.
  • You'll perform electrical tests using PAT testing equipment.
  • You'll interpret test results and decide whether equipment is safe to use.
  • You'll record inspection and test results accurately.
  • You'll understand the risks associated with faulty electrical appliances.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and runs full-time over two days. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions and hands-on practical testing activities. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and a short written or online test. You'll demonstrate your ability to inspect and test electrical equipment to the required standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Arena Training Centre Sheffield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrician, carries out installation and testing work across domestic and commercial sites.
  • Maintenance electrician, inspects and maintains electrical systems and equipment in buildings.
  • Electrical test and inspection engineer, conducts formal testing and produces compliance reports.
  • Facilities maintenance technician, responsible for the safety of electrical equipment on site.
  • PAT tester, carries out portable appliance testing for businesses and landlords.

What you could study next

  • City and Guilds Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations, a natural next step for electricians moving into formal inspection work.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, for those working toward a recognised skilled-worker qualification.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671), widely required for electricians working on UK installations.
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