Course overview
This comprehensive one-day programme blends essential theory with hands-on training, ensuring you become confident and competent in portable appliance testing.
Morning Session – Core Principles & Regulations
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Understanding Health and Safety Executive guidance on electrical equipment
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Key sections of the IET Code of Practice for in-service inspection and testing
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Legal duties under the Electricity at Work Regulations
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Categories of electrical equipment and the correct testing routines for each
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Visual inspection methods, fault spotting, and maintaining accurate records
Afternoon Session – Practical Skills & Real-World Application
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Practical training using industry-standard PAT testing machines
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Testing procedures for a range of appliance classes
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Identifying common faults through both visual and instrument-based checks
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Correctly recording, interpreting, and acting on test results
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Establishing appropriate testing frequencies for different working environments
Our approach combines classroom guidance with extensive practical exercises, enabling you to build genuine capability rather than just theoretical knowledge.
Duration
1 day (9am – 4pm).
Entry Requirements
No prior electrical experience is necessary.
Our trainers begin with the fundamentals and guide you step-by-step towards more advanced testing methods, ensuring every learner is supported regardless of previous knowledge.
PAT Testing Certification
Once you complete the course, you will receive a Skills Training Group PAT Testing Certificate, confirming your competence to carry out PAT testing in accordance with UK standards.
This certification reflects proven practical skills rather than theory alone, giving employers – and potential clients – confidence in your ability to carry out testing safely and correctly. You’ll be ready to undertake PAT testing in UK workplaces immediately.
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