In-Service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment
Gain your 2377-77 qualification in just two days at our Tipton training centre. This PAT (portable appliance testing) course is a City & Guilds replacement for the older 2377-22 and does not require renewal every 5 years. We cover the in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment. The full course costs £350 + VAT and runs over two days at our Tipton, West Midlands training centre.
MGE’s City & Guilds PAT testing course follows the latest Code of Practice (5th Edition), which reflects key legal guidance from the Housing Act and the Ministry of Housing. Under current regulations, any electrical equipment provided in a re-let property is considered newly supplied and must be re-checked. Similarly, the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 treat appliances in furnished lets as leased items requiring inspection. These changes have significantly increased testing requirements for electricians, especially when carrying out an electrical installation condition report (EICR) as part of planned maintenance. This updated course ensures you are qualified, compliant and confident in carrying out all relevant checks.
Our two-day PAT testing course (City & Guilds) at our Tipton training centre in the West Midlands brings together the practical, hands-on experience with the essential theory behind the safe inspection and testing of electrical equipment. It covers in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment, both from a management responsibility and an on-site electrician’s point of view. By the end of this 2377-77 course, you’ll be confident in identifying different equipment classes, applying tests correctly, recording your findings and ensuring compliance with current regulations. Topics you will learn about include:
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Course length: two days.
City & Guilds PAT testing is open to anyone aged 18 or over. It’s ideal for electricians looking to boost their skills and job opportunities, and it’s a qualification that doesn’t expire. However, no formal electrical qualifications are needed, making it suitable for beginners, landlords, caretakers and others who may need to carry out in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment as part of their role. Not sure if it’s right for you? Just get in touch with the team.
Assessment includes a practical exam and a 50-question multiple-choice online test (1 hour 45 minutes) on day two of the course. You’ll need a score of 80% or over to pass and get certified.
This course teaches you how to safely inspect and test both portable and fixed electrical appliances in line with the latest Code of Practice. This updated 2377-77 qualification goes beyond traditional portable appliances to include a broader range of electrical equipment – including fixed, handheld and IT devices. You’ll learn how to identify equipment types, carry out visual and instrument tests, apply correct inspection intervals and record your findings.
The training takes place at our well-equipped, City & Guilds-approved testing centre, and includes practical exercises using real testing equipment. Once qualified, you’ll be able to perform in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment across homes, rental properties and workplaces, in compliance with the latest UK safety regulations.
• Expert Trainers with Experience: Our tutors have hands-on industry backgrounds, so you’re learning from professionals who’ve been ‘on the tools’.
• Supportive, Practical Environment: Learn in a friendly space designed to reflect real working conditions and build your confidence.
• Flexible Booking Options: We offer weekday, evening and short-notice availability across our course calendar – call for more details.
• Convenient Midlands Location: Our Tipton training centre is just 8 miles from Birmingham city centre, with free on-site parking and great local transport links
• Approved and Accredited: MGE is proud to be an LCL Awards-approved and City & Guilds-approved training centre.
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PAT testing (portable appliance testing) is the process of inspecting and testing electrical equipment to ensure it’s safe to use, following the standards set out in the IET (Institute of Engineering and Technology) Code of Practice.
Both portable and fixed appliances require testing, including handheld tools, extension leads, IT devices and fixed electrical equipment, mainly in workplaces and rental properties. The updated 2377-77 course includes portable and fixed devices in line with the latest guidelines and compliance.
The 2377-77 City & Guilds PAT testing qualification does not expire, so there’s no need to renew it every five years like many other electrical certifications.
All PAT testing equipment and a copy of the Code of Practice (5th Edition) are provided during training, including a wide range of appliances and tools for hands-on practice.
PAT testing isn’t a legal requirement in itself, but employers and landlords must ensure equipment in their businesses and properties is safe. PAT testing is the recognised way to prove that this legal duty of care is met.