PAT – Portable Appliance Testing Training

Training Express (USA)

Get ready to learn how to keep your appliances safe and sound with our PAT – Portable Appliance Testing Training session!

The PAT – Portable Appliance Testing Training course is a comprehensive program designed for anyone seeking to gain professional knowledge, practical skills, and legal awareness related to portable appliance testing (PAT). This training covers everything from the fundamentals of electrical safety to statutory requirements, risk assessments, and inspection techniques that ensure appliances meet the highest safety standards.By enrolling in this course, learners will understand PAT testing principles, become proficient in visual inspections and electrical testing, and develop competence in reporting and record-keeping procedures aligned with British Standards. This course goes beyond theory by providing clear insight into safety precautions, testing instruments, maintenance needs, appliance classifications, lead testing, RCD testing, and the latest changes in electrical compliance requirements.

<h2>Learning Outcomes</h2><ol><li>Understand core principles of PAT – Portable Appliance Testing Training.</li><li>Conduct risk assessments and apply practical safety control measures.</li><li>Identify and classify different appliances and electrical equipment types.</li><li>Perform visual inspections and electrical testing with correct instruments.</li><li>Apply reporting and record-keeping practices for compliance requirements.</li><li>Stay updated with British Standards and latest PAT regulations.</li></ol>

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<h2>Course Curriculum</h2><h3>Module 01: Introduction to PAT</h3>Understanding the purpose, importance, and scope of portable appliance testing.<h3>Module 02: Relevant Statutory Provisions for PAT</h3>Exploring laws, standards, and safety regulations governing electrical testing.<h3>Module 03: Safety Responsibilities &amp; Maintenance Provisions</h3>Employer and employee duties regarding safety, inspection, and equipment maintenance.<h3>Module 04: Risk Assessment</h3>Conducting systematic risk assessments for electrical appliances and environments.<h3>Module 05: Reducing and Controlling Risks</h3>Strategies to minimize hazards, implement controls, and maintain safe operations.<h3>Module 06: Electrical Units and Appliance Classification</h3>Learning equipment types, classifications, and electrical unit fundamentals.<h3>Module 07: Equipment Coverage &amp; Maintenance Needs</h3>Identifying appliances that require regular PAT inspections and servicing.<h3>Module 08: Initial Visual Examination</h3>Performing pre-test inspections to identify visible faults and damage.<h3>Module 09: Instruments for Testing and Equipment Inspection</h3>Using PAT testers, multimeters, and inspection devices effectively.<h3>Module 10: Electrical Installation Testing</h3>Ensuring safe electrical installation procedures and compliance checks.<h3>Module 11: Lead &amp; RCD Testing</h3>Testing cables, leads, plugs, and residual current devices (RCDs).<h3>Module 12: Safety Precautions in Electrical Testing</h3>Applying safety measures to protect users and workplace environments.<h3>Module 13: Reporting and Record-keeping</h3>Documenting test results, reports, labels, and compliance records.<h3>Module 14: Testing for New or Used Equipment</h3>Assessing safety of both new and previously used electrical equipment.<h3>Module 15: British Standards and Latest Changes</h3>Reviewing current PAT regulations, standards, and industry updates.

Disclaimer:This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.