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Portable Appliance Inspection & Testing (PAT Testing) – Limited course

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is essential for ensuring electrical equipment safety and compliance within the workplace. This course provides the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect and test portable appliances safely and in line with legal requirements.

Qualification

Portable Appliance Inspection & Testing – Limited course

Awarding Body

EKGTA

Delivery Method

2 Days. 08.30-15.30 Daily

Price

£425.00

Confirmed Dates

What’s Included?

The course includes expert-led instruction, practical PAT testing exercises using dedicated test equipment, and all necessary learning materials.

Who Should Attend?

Suitable for individuals responsible for workplace PAT who are not necessarily qualified electricians but need to ensure electrical equipment safety and compliance.

Assessment

  • Assessment is practical and continuous, based on safe working practices, correct testing procedures, and accurate recording of results.

Additional Notes

Please note that this course may be cancelled and rescheduled if no uptake is received up to 14 days prior to the course start date.

A cancellation fee of 30% will be charged for cancellations within 24 hours of the course date. Failure to attend without notice will result in a full charge.

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The PAT Testing course was clear and practical. It gave me confidence to carry out inspections safely and correctly.

Anon. Participant

Course Content

  • Safe working practices

  • Construction and classification of portable electrical equipment

  • Inspection and testing frequencies

  • Use of dedicated PAT testing equipment

  • Electrical units of measurement

  • Cable sizing and fuse calculations

  • Interpreting and recording test results

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Carry out PAT safely and competently

  • Inspect and test portable electrical equipment

  • Determine appropriate testing frequencies

  • Record and interpret test results accurately

  • Ensure compliance with workplace safety requirements