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PAT - Portable Appliance Testing Level 3

4.7 (8 ratings) 4 enrolled 4h 9m of learning Updated Nov 2026
CertificateOn completion
4h 9mSelf-paced
10 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 10 lessons 4h 9m total
01 PAT - Portable Appliance Testing Level 3 10 lessons
  1. Introduction to Portable Appliance Testing
  2. Relevant Statutory Provisions for PAT
  3. Risk Assessment
  4. Reducing and Controlling Risks
  5. Electrical Units and Appliance Classification
  6. Initial Visual Examination
  7. Instruments for Testing and Equipment Inspection
  8. Electrical Installation Testing
  9. Safety Precautions in Electrical Testing
  10. Reporting and Record-keeping

About this course

Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Training Course is designed for Maintenance Manager, PAT Tester, Electrical Engineering Technician or any individual who wants to brush up their skills and knowledge in electrical risk management at the workplace. This Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Course shares the key strategies, concepts and techniques of protecting the workplace by mitigating the risks.

In this comprehensive Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Course, you will deepen your understanding on effective PAT principles, risk assessment and recordkeeping fundamentals to equip you with sheer expertise in the safety precautions in electrical testing.

By the end of this Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Training Course, you will be able to perform PAT fundamentals with excellence and professionalism. You will get a strong understanding of the subject and will help you grow further in your career. Moreover, you will receive an accredited certification from CPD that will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So, enrol in this course today and fast track your career ladder.

  • Accredited by CPD
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Developed by qualified professionals in the field
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Sneak Peek of The Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Training Course

Who Should Take The Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Training Course

This Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Training Course applies to anyone looking to establish a career in this field. This includes the following professions:

  • Maintenance Manager
  • PAT Tester
  • Electrical Engineering Technician
  • Electricians and equipment specialists
  • Property Owners
  • Maintenance staff and caretaker
  • Facility management staff
  • Shop Owners

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Course (Updated 2021), you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the Portable Appliance Testing- PAT Training Course learners will be able to readily demonstrate that they can:

  • Demonstrate expertise in performing PAT principles
  • Understand the relevant statutory provisions for PAT
  • Learn how to perform initial visual examination
  • Understand the process of attempting risk assessments
  • Learn key strategies of reporting and record-keeping
  • Master key strategies and techniques of electrical installation testing
  • Carry out different types of PAT examination.
  • Combine inspection and testing together.
  • Demonstrate good knowledge of health and safety with electricity.
  • Prevent faulty equipment from harming employees.
  • Show how they display and record the actions they have performed.
  • Gain in-depth understanding of electrical units and appliance classification
  • Explore key tactics of attempting safety precautions

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

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

Your certificate

CPD certificate — download it when you finish

Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

Aims & objectives Learning outcomes Unique certificate number

Learner ratings

4.7

Rated by 8 learners on the UISC learning portal · 4 enrolled

Common questions

Where do I take the course?

On the UISC learning portal. "Enrol now" takes you to this course there, where you pay securely, get your login and study at your own pace. Your certificate is issued there when you finish.

When can I start?

Immediately. Access opens the moment your order is confirmed and you can learn from any device, in any order, as many times as you like.

How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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