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PAT - Portable Appliance Testing

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Summary

Price
£362 inc VAT
Or £60.33/mo. for 6 months...
Study method
Online, On Demand What's this?
Duration
0.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
4 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Reed courses certificate of completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

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The Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Course is an online course that provides an introduction to the subject of PAT testing. The Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Course is devised for those who are already involved in the electrical industry but would like to learn more about PAT testing.

PAT is important because it helps to assure that appliances are safe for use in different environments. This includes homes, offices, hotels, restaurants etc. The UK PAT testing market has grown exponentially in the last few years, increasing around 30%. The top reason for this growth is the EU wide legislation introduced to ensure the safety of all electrical appliances. PAT allows for the early detection of defects in appliances that may lead to injury or death. It is noteworthy to note that this procedure does not guarantee safety, but it can help identify potential dangers in advance.

The Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) course will teach you how to carry out PAT testing on appliances and provide you with information on selecting equipment and tools for your own use. You will also be taught how to interpret test results and take precautions when carrying out PAT testing utilising our Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) course.

This Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) course is developed for anyone who has a basic understanding of electricity but does not know about portable appliance testing or its equipment.

Learning Outcomes of PAT - Portable Appliance Testing

  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Exhibit expertise in performing PAT principles
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Understand the applicable statutory provisions for PAT
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: How to conduct an initial visual examination
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Understand the process of endeavouring risk assessments
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Key strategies of reporting and record-keeping
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Superior key strategies and techniques of electrical installation testing
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Different types of PAT examinations.
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Fuse inspection and testing together.
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Display good knowledge of health and safety with electricity.
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Prevent faulty equipment from harming employees.
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: How they display and record the actions they have performed.
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Acquire an in-depth understanding of electrical units and appliance classification
  • PAT - Portable Appliance Testing: Examine key tactics of attempting safety precautions

Skills You Will Master from PAT - Portable Appliance Testing

  • PAT: Understanding of PAT - Portable Appliance Testing
  • PAT: Relevant safety legislation
  • PAT: Risk assessments and inspection strategies
  • PAT: Emergency measures

Certificates

Reed courses certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed

CPD

4 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Group

Curriculum

1
section
5
lectures
0h 49m
total
    • 1: Introduction 01:00 PDF
    • 2: Module 1: Introduction to Portable Appliances 12:00 PDF
    • 3: Module 2: Risk Assessment 11:00 PDF
    • 4: Module 3: Reducing and Controlling Risks 09:00 PDF
    • 5: Module 4: Combined Inspection and Testing 16:00 PDF

Course media

Description

The PAT - Portable Appliance Testingcourse is a popular training course that is ideal forunderstanding the key elements in mastering the diverse components of PAT. So, suppose you want to learn about advanced tips for comprehending PAT, then our PAT - Portable Appliance Testing course is perfect for you.

Our online courses come with lifetime access with no time limit for completion. Each course is fully accessible from a tablet, mobile or laptop, as long as there is a secure internet connection.

We pride ourselves on our supportive network of dedicated instructors and attentive customer service team who are dedicated to assisting you through your learning journey. Contact them at any time via email should you have any questions or queries.

COURSE CURRICULUM

PAT Testing - Module 01: Introduction to Portable Appliances

  • What Is A Portable Electrical Appliance?
  • Risk related to electrical devices
  • Knowing the risk of Shock
  • Electric shock
  • Electrocution effects
  • What is Risk Assessment?
  • The Legislation in the UK- An overview
  • The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA)
  • The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 (EWR)
  • The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
  • The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
  • The Management of Health and Safety at Work Act Regulations 1999
  • Responsible person for PAT testing
  • Duty Holders
  • Frequency of Testing the Appliances
  • Principles for the Frequency of Testing
  • The Long-Term Safety of Appliances

PAT Testing - Module 02: Risk Assessment

  • What is Risk Assessment?
  • Factors to be considered in risk Assessment
  • Steps of Risk Assessment
  • Step one: Identification of the Hazards
  • Step two: Determining who might get harmed and how
  • Step three: Risk Evaluation
  • Step Four: Recording the Findings
  • Step Five: Implementing the Necessary Controls
  • Risk Assessment during PAT
  • The Hierarchy of Control
  • Common Drawbacks Regarding Risk Assessments
  • Risk Assessments – Key Considerations
  • Competent Person
  • Obligations of employees during risk assessments
  • The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR)
  • Issues to consider when planning PATs
  • The Code of Practice for In-Service Equipment Inspection and Monitoring

PAT Testing - Module 03: Reducing and Controlling Risks

  • Malfunctioning of electrical equipment
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Pre-use checks or Checks prior to use
  • Visual inspection or Visual checks
  • Common Things to Look for During a Visual Inspection
  • Reducing Risks: Fire Safety
  • What can be done to ensure fire safety?
  • Performing the Fire Safety Risk Assessment
  • Listing performance of fire safety risk assessment
  • Emergency Procedures
  • What Should Be Included in an Emergency Procedure?

PAT Testing - Module 04: Combined Inspection and Testing

  • Who should carry out the tests?
  • Assessing Tester’s Competence
  • Types of Equipment and Tests
  • The different Equipment Classes
  • Earth Leakage Test?
  • Executing an Earth Leakage Test
  • The touch current test
  • Differential Leakage Test
  • Substitute Earth Leakage
  • Selecting the Correct Tests
  • IEC Leads and Extension Leads
  • PAT Testers without a Two-Stage Power Lead Test
  • PAT Testing Mains Extension Leads
  • The IEC lead Tester
  • Things to consider
  • The Different Forms of Electronic Testing Equipment
  • Testing Class I and Class II Equipment with Meters
  • Techniques of Protecting Against Electric Shock
  • Test Stickers and Records
  • Faulty Equipment

Assessment of PAT - Portable Appliance Testing

After completing the PAT - Portable Appliance Testing course successfully, you will be required to pass an automated, multiple-choice questions test which will give you the instant result once you finish the exam. And you can get all of these in a one-time payment!

Certification of The PAT - Portable Appliance Testing

After completing the course, you will be eligible for a PDF Certificate which will cost only £2.99, with your unique ID number so that you/ the employers can verify through our website. You can also have your imprinted certificate delivered via post. Although there is no expiry date on the certificate, we recommend that our learners renew the certificate every twelve months.

Who is this course for?

Anyone who desires to learn the proper methods to deal with electrical appliances can apply to our PAT - Portable Appliance Testing Training course.

This PAT - Portable Appliance Testing course is ideal for any aspiring:

  • Facility management staff
  • Shop Owners
  • Electricians
  • Property Owners
  • Maintenance staff
  • Electronics Shop owners

Requirements

PAT - Portable Appliance Testing

There is no requirement needed—only basic English and Computing skills and a firm desire, passion, patience, and focus towards learning wholeheartedly.

Career path

This PAT - Portable Appliance Testing course opens a brand new door for you to enter the relevant job market and also provides you with the chance to accumulate in-depth knowledge at the side of needed skills to become flourishing in no time. You will also be able to add your qualifications to your CV, enhance your career and become more competitive in your chosen industry.

Questions and answers


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Adeel Naseer asked:

Will you provide a separate letter/certificate which shows the CPD points/hours gained?

Answer:

Hello Adeel, Thanks for your query. Upon completing a course, we don't offer any additional certificate other than a certificate with a verified CPD stamp.

This was helpful. Thank you for your feedback.
Katie asked:

Hello, I’m just wondering if I purchase and complete this course successfully, can I go out and get a PAT testing job? Or is this more an insight?

Answer:

We have designed the course to make you able to do PAT job successfully, So we hope if you can learn thoroughly you will be able to do these type of testing.

This was helpful. Thank you for your feedback.

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