Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations (City & Guilds 2395)

Explanation of current legislation, HSAW, EAWR, GS38, selection and use of test equipment, safe isolation procedures and methods of recording test results through the completion of relevant documentation for initial verification and installation condition reporting. These qualifications are required to become an approved electrician and NICEIC qualifying manager. They are recognised as the standard that proves a candidate has the ability to test and certify electrical installations (new and existing). Both courses require completion of a closed book online exam, closed book written exam and a multiple task practical assessment. The sessions are split to give both theory and practical knowledge and theory is completed through structured questions designed to encourage the candidate to use BS7671 and GN3 extensively. Whilst every opportunity is given for hands on use of test instruments, it is expected that candidates will have some prior experience. The test scenarios will include work on both single and three phase installationsThe sessions are split to give both theory and practical knowledge. Theory is supported through the completion of structured questions, designed to encourage the candidate to use BS7671 extensively, whilst every opportunity is given for hands-on use of the test equipment. Test scenarios will include work on both single and three phase installations.