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PAT - Instruments Testing & Inspection
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
4 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Certificate of completion - £9.99
Assessment details
  • PAT - Instruments Testing & Inspection (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Start your career in electrical safety with PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) – a skill in growing demand across the UK. With over 20 million PAT tests conducted annually and increasing legal accountability in workplaces, employers are actively seeking individuals trained in PAT. Whether in offices, schools, rental properties, or construction sites, qualified PAT professionals play a crucial role in preventing hazards and ensuring compliance.

Learning Outcomes:

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  • Understand the definition, purpose, and core concepts behind PAT.
  • Identify statutory responsibilities relating to PAT procedures in workplaces.
  • Evaluate risk factors and apply theoretical models of PAT risk assessment.
  • Interpret methods of risk reduction and control in PAT environments.
  • Classify electrical appliances and calculate basic electrical units involved in PAT.
  • Apply systematic techniques for visual inspection of electrical appliances.
  • Recognise testing instruments and inspection approaches for PAT tasks.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

After successfully completing this PAT - Instruments Testing & Inspection course, you will qualify for the CPD QS -certified certificate. The PDF Certificate will be completely free.

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - £9.99

The hardcopy certificate for this PAT - Instruments Testing & Inspection course can be received by paying £9.99, for students living inside the UK. For international orders, the total fee is £14.99 (£9.99 Certification Fee + £5 postal charge).

Assessment details

PAT - Instruments Testing & Inspection

Included in course price

To simplify the evaluation and accreditation procedure for students, we offer an automated assessment system. You'll have immediate access to a custom-created MCQ test or assignment after completing this course. The results will be immediately evaluated, and the score will be shown for your assessment. Each test will have a passing mark of 60%.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

This comprehensive PAT course offers an in-depth theoretical understanding of Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) with a focus on compliance, inspection, and risk control. As the demand for safe electrical environments rises, mastering the principles of PAT opens pathways to rewarding roles in health and safety compliance. The UK has seen a significant increase in regulatory inspections, with over 30% of workplace incidents linked to electrical faults—making PAT more essential than ever.

Through structured theoretical content, this PAT course explores electrical unit calculation, appliance classification, risk identification, and equipment inspection. You will develop critical knowledge in PAT-related statutory provisions and safety precautions, enabling you to support risk-free operations in any organisation. Each module builds a strong understanding of visual examination, reporting protocols, and PAT testing techniques.

Ideal for anyone working in facility management, property inspection, or safety auditing, this PAT course provides the insight needed to interpret legal duties, conduct visual assessments, and document results efficiently. Boost your CV with a strong theoretical foundation in PAT.

Enrol now to start your PAT journey!

Course Curriculum:

  • Module 01: Introduction to Portable Appliance Testing
  • Module 02: Relevant Statutory Provisions for PAT
  • Module 03: Risk Assessment
  • Module 04: Reducing and Controlling Risks
  • Module 05: Electrical Units and Appliance Classification
  • Module 06: Initial Visual Examination
  • Module 07: Instruments for Testing and Equipment Inspection
  • Module 08: Electrical Installation Testing
  • Module 09: Safety Precautions in Electrical Testing
  • Module 10: Reporting and Record-keeping

Who is this course for?

  • Individuals interested in electrical testing compliance.
  • Health & Safety officers aiming to enhance their PAT knowledge.
  • Facility managers seeking to understand PAT responsibilities.
  • Employers or staff responsible for workplace equipment safety.

Requirements

Any prior understanding of the PAT - Instruments Testing & Inspection is not required. You are always welcome to sign up for our course, regardless of your level of experience, whether you are a beginner or an employer already.

Career path

  • PAT Technician – £22,000 to £30,000 per year
  • Health and Safety Inspector – £30,000 to £45,000 per year
  • Electrical Compliance Officer – £28,000 to £40,000 per year
  • Facilities Coordinator (PAT Focus) – £25,000 to £35,000 per year
  • Property Maintenance Assessor (PAT knowledge required) – £26,000 to £38,000 per year
  • PAT Certification Assessor – £30,000 to £42,000 per year

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Legal information

This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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