Level 2 Electrical Inspection and Testing in Exeter

Cost£648.00
Duration4 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Electrical Inspection and Testing in Exeter. Classes run at The Focus Training Group over four days.

This electrical inspection and testing course is for practicing electricians. You may not have tested since qualifying, or you may need an update before moving to the City and Guilds 2394/5. You'll cover the principles and practice of inspecting, testing, and verifying electrical installations.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for practicing electricians who have not carried out inspection and testing since qualifying or who require some update training before going on to achieve the City & Guilds 2394/5.

Entry requirements

Candidates must have a basic knowledge and understanding of electrical science principles, and experience of electrical installation work either within the electrical contracting industry or an allied trade.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify the requirements for initial verification of electrical installations.
  • You'll carry out safe isolation procedures before testing.
  • You'll conduct continuity and insulation resistance tests.
  • You'll perform polarity, earth fault loop impedance, and RCD tests.
  • You'll interpret and record test results correctly.
  • You'll complete electrical installation certificates and inspection schedules.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions over four days. Teaching covers the theory and practical application of inspection and testing. You'll work through exercises based on real installation scenarios. Assessment is through a written examination and practical tasks that test your ability to carry out and record verification work correctly.

What you will need to bring

You will need the IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and the On-Site Guide. The Focus Training Group will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrician, carrying out inspection and testing alongside installation work.
  • Electrical Test and Inspection Engineer, specialising in testing and certifying installations.
  • Maintenance Electrician, testing systems in commercial or industrial settings.
  • Electrical Contracts Supervisor, overseeing testing and sign-off on site.

What you could study next

  • City and Guilds 2394/5 (Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations), the next step for electricians wanting the full qualification.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, for those building toward a skilled-worker CSCS card.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) update course, useful for keeping your knowledge current alongside this Certificate.

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