Level 3 QCF Inspection and Testing Combined Course

Course Overview:

This regulated QCF qualification is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of candidates in ALL aspects of testing and inspection of electrical installation systems in the UK.  It combines both the Inital Verification and Periodic Inspection, Testing and Condition Reporting courses and is based primarily on BS7671:2008 (Amendment 3:2015) 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and IET Guidance Note 3 (2015)

Who is this training course for?

Although this course has no pre-requisite, it is recommended that candidates should have a suitable knowledge of electrical theory and ideally be working within the electrical or a related industry.  If you are unsure please speak to a member of our Training Team on 01922 612121 who will be able to advise you accordingly.

Course Duration:

5 days (3.5 days training, 1.5 days assessments) .  Alternative modes of attendance may be available.

Topic Areas Covered:

• Understanding the requirements for completing the safe isolation of electrical circuits and installations
• Understand the requirements for the use of test instruments used to carry out inspection and testing of electrical installations
• Understand the requirements for completing the inspection of electrical installations
• Understand the requirements for testing before circuits are energised
• Understand the requirements for testing energised installations
• Understand the requirements for the initial verification, testing and commissioning of electrical installations
• Understand the requirements for the completion of electrical installation certificates and associated documentation
• Be able to confirm safe systems of work and the suitability of the electrical installation for initial verification
• Be able to test electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
• Be able to complete and report the outcome of the initial verification and issue the electrical installation certificate to the client
• Be able to commission the electrical installation
• Understand the requirements for periodic, inspecting and testing of electrical installations
• Understand the requirements for the completion of electrical installation condition reports and associated documentation
• Be able to confirm safe systems of work and the suitability of the electrical installation for periodic inspection and testing
• Be able to carry out testing of electrical installations
• Be able to complete and report the condition of the electrical installation certificate to the client

Training Methods:

Training will include practical work performance activities (Practical Testing) and multiple-choice written and short written response assessments.

Please Note: It is advised (but not essential) that candidates bring their own testing equipment for this course.  It is also advised that candidates have their own copies of:-

• IEE 18th Edition Wiring regulations 2011 Amendment 3 (2015)
• IET Guidance Notes 3 Inspection and Testing 18th Edition
• IET On-Site Guide

All other course material will be supplied.

Course Achievements:

Successful candidates will receive fully accredited Level 3 QCF Initial Verification and Level 3 QCF Periodic Inspection, Testing and Condition Reporting of Electrical Installations certificate.

Additional Information:

For further details, or to book this course, speak to a member of our Training Team on 01922 612121 or email us at enquiries@walsalltraining.com