Online Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Training Course

The Online Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Training Course establishes foundational competencies for maintaining electrical safety within workplace environments. Tailored for facilities managers, caretakers, commercial maintenance staff, and business owners, this program prepares participants to verify electrical safety in compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. Participants gain the theoretical and practical awareness needed to prevent electrical injuries, mitigate fire hazards, and maintain equipment integrity.

The curriculum comprises five structured modules focusing on appliance classification, visual examination techniques, and technical testing methods. Instruction details the operational differences between Class I and Class II appliances, covering insulation checks, earth continuity, and leakage testing. Participants also examine the common causes of electrical, mechanical, and thermal damage to appliances and flexes, supported by practical troubleshooting scenarios.

Delivered through a flexible digital learning platform, the self-paced coursework requires approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete. Learning culminates in a 21-question multiple-choice assessment requiring an 80 percent pass mark, with unlimited retake opportunities available. Successful completion awards an instantly downloadable, RoSPA Assured and CPD Certified credential.

This program is open to all learners without specific prerequisites. Enrollment is available directly through the institution's website.