PAT Testing Course Glasgow

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This course is ideal for:

• Electricians carrying out or supporting Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
   
• Gas engineers carrying out landlord inspections who require PAT testing knowledge
   
• Facilities and maintenance staff responsible for electrical safety
   
• Landlords and property managers with duty of care responsibilities
   
• Employers seeking to train staff in in-service inspection and testing
   
• Sole traders looking to add PAT testing to their service offering
   

Note: No formal electrical qualification is required; however, a basic understanding of electrical safety is recommended.

Our experienced trainers deliver practical, high-quality instruction in a supportive learning environment. This course provides comprehensive training in:

• The legal responsibilities and duty of care relating to Portable Appliance Testing
   
• Visual inspection of portable electrical appliances
   
• Identification of appliance classes and construction types
   
• Safe and correct use of PAT testing equipment
   
• Carrying out earth continuity, insulation resistance, and polarity tests
   
• Recognising common faults, damage, and deterioration
   
• Understanding pass, fail, and advisory test results
   
• Correct recording, labelling, and documentation of test results
   
• Applying PAT testing procedures in domestic, commercial, and industrial environments
   
• Supporting landlord and workplace electrical safety inspections

• Overview of Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and in-service inspection
   
• Legal duties and responsibilities for employers, landlords, and duty holders
   
• Appliance classes, construction types, and suitability for testing
   
• Visual inspection procedures and common defects
   
• Safe operation of PAT testing instruments
   
• Earth continuity, insulation resistance, and polarity testing
   
• Interpretation of test results and identification of unsafe equipment
   
• Labelling, recording, and certification of tested appliances
   
• Testing of equipment found in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings
   
• Practical guidance for landlord inspections and workplace compliance
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•  Duration: 1 day
   
• Format: In-centre training with hands-on practical instruction
   
• Location: Innovo Training Group – East End of Glasgow
   
• Assessment: Practical assessment with tutor guidance
   

Small group sizes ensure learners receive individual support, practical experience, and the confidence to carry out PAT testing safely and competently on completion.

 P.A.T course fees: £190

Booking for a group of 4 or more? Booking multiple courses? Get  in touch about our bulk booking discount options.

Contact us on 0141 433 0099 or via our booking form below.