City & Guilds 2391-51 – Periodic Inspection - Open Course

What is the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection Open Course?

An Open Course is in a classroom in a face-to-face environment. These courses have regular dates available to book online or by phone.

The 6-day City and Guilds 2391-51 Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations replaces the City and Guilds 2395 qualification.

The qualification covers the disciplines of Periodic inspection, as well as the methodologies of testing as outlined in BS 7671 (within Part 6) and IET Guidance Note 3.

Who is the course for?

This qualification will significantly benefit practising electricians and electrical engineers who wish to provide evidence that they have a thorough understanding of inspection and testing. It is also regarded as a requirement for competent persons’ scheme provider’s enrolment.

City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection Open Course - Key Information

6-Day course at a training venue
Level 3 Award from City & Guilds
Prove your competency to carry out Periodic inspection and testing on single and three-phase electrical installations
Digital Certificate from City & Guilds (physical certificates can be requested)
Practical and theory assessment
The qualification covers the disciplines of Periodic inspection, as well as the methodologies of testing as outlined in BS 7671 (within Part 6) and IET Guidance Note 3

City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection Course Details:

On receiving payment for your City & Guilds Level 3 Awards in Periodic Inspection, an email with your ‘course joining instructions’ is sent to you.
This document includes the following details:

Your chosen course date (or dates depending on the units you choose)
Course start time at your chosen venue
Address of your chosen venue, including a map screenshot
Details of what to do if you need any special requirements to complete the course, such as a physical disability or a learning or reading difficulty

You need to bring photographic ID, such as a driving licence or passport with you.

Lunch is not included, so please provide your own.

City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection Course Content

1. Understand the requirements for periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations

State why periodic inspection and testing may be required
State the purpose of periodic inspection
Identify the statutory and non-statutory documents that effect the periodic inspection process
Identify information to be provided in order for an inspector to agree with the client: extent and limitations and appropriate sampling
Describe the purpose of the periodic inspection documentation and the requirements for recording and retention
Define the responsibilities of the inspector in relation to the report

2. Understand safety management procedures when undertaking periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations

Identify health and safety requirements which apply when carrying out periodic inspection and testing
Outline the relevant requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations (EWR) for safe inspection and testing of electrical installation
Describe the procedure for completing safe isolation in accordance with industry guidance
Explain why safe isolation is carried out for the protection of the inspector and other persons
Identify the implications of not carrying out safe isolation

3. Understand the requirements for the periodic inspection of an electrical installation

Identify the items to be inspected during periodic inspection in accordance with the schedule of inspections
Explain how the items on the Schedule of Inspections would be classified
Describe the appropriate human senses required for a particular inspection
Describe how to classify an item that is found to be unsatisfactory during the inspection process
Describe how the IP classification system is used for electrical equipment

4. Understand the requirements for testing electrical installations during periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations

State the reasons for instruments to be maintained and comply with standards such as BS 7671 and GS38
Describe the characteristics of instruments and leads used for each test
Explain why there is not a recommended test sequence for periodic inspection and test
Explain why certain tests may not be necessary at periodic inspection and test
Explain the purpose of each
Describe how each test is carried out and how it may be adapted to suit the installation conditions
Identify factors that affect the result of each test
Interpret the result of each test
Explain how test results are verified for compliance or classification

5. Perform periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations

Establish a safe system of work appropriate to the installation
Carry out the relevant safe isolation procedure in accordance with HSE guidance
Carry out a periodic inspection in accordance with BS 7671 and IET Guidance Note 3
Complete a schedule of inspections in accordance with BS 7671 and IET Guidance Note 3
Carry out tests in accordance with BS 7671 and IET Guidance Note 3
Verify test results for compliance or classification
Complete documentation in accordance with BS 7671 and IET Guidance Note 3

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Assessment and Certification

To achieve your qualification you will be assessed through:

A practical assignment
A 40-question multiple-choice exam taken online using City & Guilds’ exam portal

The multiple-choice exam is an open-book exam, which means you are allowed to use any supporting or reference materials when you complete the exam e.g. a textbook.

Certification

You will be awarded a digital certificate on successful completion of this course.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course.

This course deals with the application of knowledge, therefore it is anticipated that those who wish to complete this course have some electrical knowledge in the process of periodic inspection of a single and three-phase electrical installation.

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City & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection & Testing of Electrical Installations

Ideal for practising and experienced electricians and electrical engineers who wish to formally demonstrate, with an accredited qualification, their knowledge and abilities in performing both Initial verification and Periodic inspection on single and three-phase electrical installations.

City & Guilds 18th Edition

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