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PAT Testing Awareness

The risk-based approach to portable appliance testing — user checks, visual inspection, combined inspection and test frequencies.

CPD accredited 20 questions · 10-page handbook Recommended renewal: 3 years Accredited by Assured CPD

Enrol and start straight away · assessment & instant e-certificate included

OVERVIEW

About this course.

Electrical equipment is everywhere in the modern workplace, from kettles, computers and printers to drills, extension leads and portable heaters. Used safely it is essential and harmless, but faulty or poorly maintained electrical equipment can cause electric shock, burns, fires and even death. The everyday term for keeping this equipment safe is ‘PAT testing’, but that label is mislea.

You will learn what the law actually requires, the difference between the three levels of checking (user checks, formal visual inspection and combined inspection and test), equipment classes, risk factors that drive frequency, who counts as a competent person, and how to keep records that satisfy an insurer or enforcing authority.

The details
  • Price£9
  • FormatOnline · self-paced
  • Assessment20 questions · 80% to pass
  • CertificateInstant · 3-yr renewal
  • Course access12 months
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WHAT'S COVERED

Course syllabus.

What the law actually requires
The risk-based approach
Equipment classes
The three levels of checking
Risk factors that determine frequency
Who is a ‘competent person’?
Carrying out a visual inspection
Basic testing overview
GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently asked questions.

How much does the PAT Testing Awareness course cost?

It costs £9.00 — a one-off payment with no subscription. The price includes the online course, the assessment, and your certificate.

Is PAT Testing Awareness CPD accredited?

Yes. It is independently accredited by Assured CPD. Your certificate carries a unique ID and QR code that an employer or inspector can verify online at nexiscpd.co.uk/verify.

How is the course assessed and when do I get my certificate?

You study online at your own pace, then take a multiple-choice assessment with an 80% pass mark. As soon as you pass, your Assured CPD certificate is emailed to you and available to download instantly.

Does the PAT Testing Awareness certificate expire?

This certificate has no legal expiry; in line with UK best practice the certificate shows a recommended renewal date, typically every 3 years for this course.

Can I take this course online, and how long do I have access?

Yes — the course is 100% online and works on any device. You get 12 months of access to the course materials from the date of purchase.

READY?

Start PAT Testing Awareness today.

Enrol and begin straight away. Pass the assessment and your Assured CPD certificate is emailed instantly.