Accredited online course
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
This course starts by explaining exactly what PAT testing is and its purpose, before listing some portable electrical appliance examples.
Course description
This course starts by explaining exactly what PAT testing is and its purpose, before listing some portable electrical appliance examples. Following this, it describes why PAT testing is so important and provides a brief look at the duties placed on employers, the self-employed and employees with respect to controlling risk, as stated in law. The course then moves on to answer the all-important question, ‘Are PAT tests compulsory?’, detailing what is and what is not, required by law, describing the three different types of examination that can be used in your workplace to effectively maintain your portable electrical equipment. This e-learning concludes by covering examination frequency, along with maintenance record keeping and labelling requirements.
Who it is for
This course is designed for anyone who needs a good awareness of electrical PAT testing along with supervisors and managers who are responsible for keeping employees safe in the workplace.
Why online learning works
Online training is flexible, efficient and cost effective meaning the candidate can progress through the modules at their own pace and in their own time so they can fit the training in around their work and personal life. Modules Course Module Module Name Pass % Number Required
Course content
- 1What is Portable Appliance Testing? Testing (PAT)
- 2Why is Personal Appliance Testing Important? Testing (PAT)
- 3Is Portable Appliance Testing Compulsory? Testing (PAT)
- 4How frequently do I need to test my electrical Testing (PAT) appliances?
System requirements
- Browserup to date web browser
- Videoup to date video drivers
- Memory1Gb or more RAM
- Download speedbroadband, 3Mb or more