This qualification provides an understanding of the theory and practice involved in the initial verification and commissioning of single and three phase electrical installations.
Successful learners will gain the knowledge to work safely in line with industry safety standards, including BS 7671 and the IET Guidance Note 3.
To provide a good understanding of the requirements for safe electrical isolation, inspection, safe testing, pre-energised and energised tests, documentation and the practical use of test equipment to be able to carry out initial verification and commissioning of single and three phase electrical installations.
Electricians wishing to carry out inspection, testing and commissioning of electrical installations.
For anyone also wishing to carry out periodic inspection, testing and condition reporting, South West Assessment and Training also offer a Level 3 periodic inspection qualification.
Candidates may take both courses simultaneously and both the assessments for Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection qualifications.
Candidates should have basic knowledge and understanding of electrical science and principles and experience of electrical installation work either within the electrical contracting industry or an allied trade.
Candidates must also hold an up-to-date 18th Edition qualification.
For anyone new to the electrical industry South West Assessment and Training offer a Foundation Electrics course.
The training course covers the following:
5 days (or 7 if taken with the periodic inspection, testing and condition reporting course)
However, this course must be taken prior to the periodic inspection, testing and condition reporting course.
Theory and practical workshop
Practical and theory assessment
Candidates who successfully complete the assessment will receive an EAL Certificate in the Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations.
Candidates will need to have a copy of (and should study!!!);
and
On-Site Guide; BS7671:2018+A4:2026 (18th Edition Amendment 4 - ISBN-13: 978-1837240395)
and
Guidance Note 3: Inspection and Testing (Guidance Notes for BS 7671) (ISBN-13: 978-0863418570).
These are available from electrical wholesalers or bookshops.
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