PAT TESTING Course
PAT Testing is a legal requirement for employers & is being enforced by HSA and others. This course provides an overview of the legal requirements; the tests involved and related equipment.
Note: Participants on the PAT TESTING course must have Advanced/Fluent English Level. Over 18 years of age.
Training Aim:
- Legal requirements for Portable Appliance Testing to comply with all current Health & Safety legislation;
- Electrical risks involved and what is involved in carrying out the practical inspection and testing of electrical equipment;
- Administrative responsibilities for the maintenance of electrical equipment.
Course Content
- What is PAT Testing?
- Code of Practice
- Why Test?
- Legislation - an overview of Statutory Instrument 299 of 2007 & its requirements of employers and organisations.
- Who can carry out PAT Testing?
- What is a competent person?
- Duty of Care
- Initial Safety Checks
- Equipment Classification
- Good Housekeeping & Visual Inspections
- Earth Bond Test
- Insulation Test
- Functional Test
- Polar Test (Leads)
Time
PAT TESTING course starts at 9:00am and lasts for 5 hours.

Location
52 Nore Rd, Dublin Industrial Estate, Dublin, D11 V677, Ireland
Certification
PAT Training Certification is valid for 5 years.
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Training at your premises? No problem!
This course can be also delivered on-site and tailored to your business needs. Our team establish, drive and consistently deliver high quality training and services. All our tutors and trainers are fully qualified and registered with relevant authorities and accrediting bodies. Contact us for more details.
