In Service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment for the Entertainment Industry (formerly known as PAT)
A one day course aimed at giving delegates a firm understanding of the legal requirements of why appliances are inspected and tested, and how. It covers the essential inspection and tests and also discusses what is not necessary, focussing on the main intention of ensuring portable appliances are safe to use rather than the multitude of functions available in modern appliance testers. It is suitable for training those who are not ‘electrically minded’ to act as instructed persons accordingly. The course is based on the ABTT Guide to Portable Appliance Testing as well as referencing the relevant information in the IET Code of Practice for In Service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment.
At the end of the course candidates will:
1. Understand the requirements of the law to provide a safe working environment;
2. Know how electrical safety is part of providing a safe working environment;
3. Understand the basic principle of earthing and overcurrent protection as a means of protection against electric shock & fire;
4. Know why insulation is important;
5. Understand the user checks and why they are necessary;
6. Know how to conduct a formal visual inspection of appliances including classification;
7. Know how to conduct the appropriate tests for each type of appliance to ensure that it is safe;
8. Be able to complete appropriate recording of the results.
This course can be readily adapted to suit companies who may already have appliance testing procedures in place and can use in-house test equipment for hands- on training as required. Please contact us for information.
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