Course overview

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies.
It includes working safely, using portable appliance tester (PAT), identifying faults, applying tagging, arranging for repair of faulty equipment and complete testing documentation.

Safe First Training’s delivery of this course has been designed to suit the specific requirements associated with Worksafe Western Australia Licensing Requirements and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations of Western Australia.

Course outline

This course provides participants with the skills and knowledge of:

• Electrical Theory
• Course pre requisite UEECD0007 Apply Work Health and Safety regulations, codes of practices in the workplace
• Circuit Protection and Safety
• Prepare to test cord connected apparatus and cord assemblies
• Test cord connected apparatus and cord assemblies
• Tag cord connected apparatus and cord assemblies and document testing activities
• Electrical Hazards Regulation and Standards AS/NZS:3760:2010

What does the course include?

The course is conducted by our experienced, knowledgeable trainers a combination of theory and practical components in a simulated work environment. Participants will have the opportunity to work on a selection of different PAT machines and are also encouraged to bring own machine (if they have one) so they can become failure with it

Are there any pre requisite units?

UEECD0007 Apply Work Health and Safety regulations, codes of practices in the workplace included in course. Pre learning material and assessment information will be given once enrolled

Certification

Upon successful completion participants will be issued with a Statement of Attainment and plastic wallet card.

Course Duration

1/2 day (6 hours)

What do I need to bring?

• Please check if morning tea, tea/coffee is provided
• PAT machine if you have access to one
• Portable electrical appliance to test (tool/kettle/hairdryer)
• Identification
• Closed in shoes

Each student must:

• Basic level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills
• Have the ability to read and write English- or trainers must be advised if assistance is needed

Recognised prior learning

A participant’s history of skills, study and experience can be taken into account. Documentary evidence and an interview will be required

How much does the course cost?

Please contact us with approx. numbers/dates and location and we can provide you with a quote for course costs.

Construction training fund rebate is available to eligible candidates – please see student information for more info

How do I enrol?

Please contact us and we can send out the enrolment forms and student handbook with more details about enrolment