INTRODUCTION
The EAL Diploma in Inspection and Testing course has been designed to provide a comprehensive
awareness of procedures required when undertaking the inspection and testing of an existing electrical installation.
COURSE OBJECTIVES/KEY BENEFITS
Provide an understanding of the requirements and procedures of periodic inspection and testing of domestic electrical installations.
WHO IS THE COURSE AIMED AT?
Electrical installers who hold a full scope electrical qualification (such as a full scope 17th Edition certificate.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS/PRE-REQUISITES
Anyone undertaking this course must hold a 17th Edition electrical qualification.
COURSE CONTENT
During this course the following is covered:
* Statutory requirements for safe working practices
* Visual Inspection
* Long lead testing
* R1 & R2 Testing for radial and ring circuits
* Safe isolation
* Insulation resistance and polarity
* RCD testing including Ramp test
* Earth fault loop impedance of main incoming, radial and ring circuits
* Prospective short circuit current
* Prospective fault current
* Protective devices (in situ and non compliant with BS7671) and earthing arrangements
* Selection of test equipment
* Hands on electrical testing
* Completing the report inspection and test schedules
COURSE DURATION
Five days
TRAINING METHOD
Practical workshop and theory
ASSESSMENT
Practical and theory assessment.
COURSE OUTCOME/QUALIFICATION
Candidates who successfully complete the assessment will receive an EAL Certificate in Domestic Electrical Inspection and Testing.
This qualification will enable the candidate to carry out whole house testing and periodic inspection and issue relevant certification.
PRICES
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