PAT Testing Essentials Course

This 1-day practical PAT testing course aims to give you an understanding of what portable appliance testing is and will help you identify how to reduce the risk of electric shock, electrocution, and electrical fires in the workplace.

The course covers the following key topics:

• Legal Requirements
• How Electrical Dangers Arise
• Types and Classes of Appliances
• Inspection
• Earth bond testing
• Insulation resistance testing
• Earth leakage and ‘Run’ tests
• Load tests
• How to record results correctly

This 1-day practical PAT testing course is specifically designed for those who want to carry out the practical act of PAT testing and is suitable for anyone over the age of 18.

This course is designed for those with little or no electrical experience.

On this course you will receive step-by-step practical instruction on how to complete PAT testing safely and effectively. You will also gain an understanding of the hazards associated with the use of portable electrical appliances.

Our expert teachers provide a relaxed environment where you can ask questions, fully participate and gain hands-on experience to develop confident PAT Testing skills to test portable appliances in the UK.

Kewtech PAT testers are used on this course and are available to purchase at Reception in our main centres (Leeds, Gatwick, and Warrington) at a discounted price.

Please be aware that this is not the City & Guilds accredited 2377-77 qualification. If you would like to follow on to do a PAT Test qualification at a later date you can do this at a very affordable price.