Certified PAT Testing

Training the Tester
This course is designed for trainees who wish to carry out portable appliances testing in compliance with Regulation 81 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007.
It   states that an employer shall ensure, where appropriate, that a competent person should:
  • Test portable equipment.
  • Certify that portable electric equipment  (including any cables and plugs) was, on the day of testing, safe and without risk to any persons coming into direct or indirect contact with the portable appliance.
  • Report any faults with portable equipment  that has failed the test and prevent them from being put into use.
The aim of the course is to provide you with Knowledge & Skills to carry out inspection and testing of portable equipment in compliance with Irish Legislation & Regulations.
From understanding the basics of electricity to performing Portable Appliance Testing this course has it all.
It is ideally suited for those who wish to pursue a career in PAT Testing, or as an additional service to complement other services, electricians, facility managers, maintenance technicians, EHS Advisors etc.
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​The course is 50/50 theory and practice on a large range of appliances including, IT, Domestic and Construction this course is extremely popular with every trainee.
Objectives
The objectives are, by the end of the course the learner should be able to
  1. Understand the Basics of Electricity
  2. Recognise the Dangers of Working with Electricity
  3. Define PAT Testing
  4. Cite Legislation Relating to PAT Testing
  5. Identify Portable Appliance Classes
  6. Perform a Visual Inspection of an Appliance
  7. Conduct a PAT Test
There are 12 modules as follows,
  1. Understanding Electricity the Basics
  2. The Dangers of Working with Electricity
  3. Equipment Classification
  4. Categories of Testing
  5. Legislation & Standards
  6. Competency
  7. What Should be Inspected & Tested
  8. Risk Assessment
  9. Visual Inspections
  10. Testing Portable Equipment
  11. Pass & Fail Process
  12. Record Keeping
An extensive package of support material is provided
  • Course notes
  • Legislation
  • Standards
  • Charts
Learning from an experienced PAT Tester additional information is also available on,
  • Hardware
  • Software
  • Adaptors
  • Labels
  • Accessories required to carry out the work professionally.​
In addition to the extensive package of support material, this training is rounded off with a  Q&A session ensuring all needs are met.
Public Day Course every 4/6 weeks - €300pp  - Venue: Dublin 24
Basic requirements: A clear understanding of English, Safety Boots or Shoes
Optional: If you have a Pat Tester you are welcome to bring it along
Max Class: 6 Trainees
3 Months FREE follow on support is provided by the tutor.​
​Certified Private training on your own site, 5 to 8 hours from €650
Call George 087 903 1564
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