Course Description
Is the Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification of Electrical Installations course accredited by an official body?
In most cases the awarding body (City-and-Guilds) will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching. Visit City-and-Guilds web site
What is the City-and-Guilds - Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification of Electrical Installations course?
Category: Building-Services
Level: Beginner
The Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification of Electrical Installations (2391-50) qualification prepares candidates for the initial verification of electrical installation work.
It allows candidates to progress into employment or to the following City & Guilds qualifications:
Level 4 Award in the Design and Verification of Electrical Installations (2396)
Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection (2391-51)
ILM management and leadership qualifications
The qualification is endorsed by the Institution of Engineering and Technology
Who is the City-and-Guilds - Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification of Electrical Installations course designed for?
The course is aimed at practising electricians, who have already been carrying out the process of Initial Verification (including inspection, testing and certification) as per the requirements of BS 7671 and require a formal, recognised qualification.
It is however important to note that this course (and more importantly, the syllabus) anticipate that candidates have an understanding of electrical theory - including the effects of resistances on cables, common electrical equations, etc., and how to work safely in accordance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
As this course deals with the application of knowledge involved with the inspection and testing of electrical installations, it is anticipated that candidates who wish to undertake this course should have some electrical experience in inspection and testing of electrical installations - preferably participation in the process of initial verification and/or periodic inspection and testing.
What subjects does the City-and-Guilds - Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification of Electrical Installations course cover?
Statutory requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and associated legislation
Safe and effective visual inspection of electrical installations
Appropriate procedures for achieving effective safe isolation
Health and safety requirements when inspecting, testing and certifying electrical installations
Selection of the appropriate items to be checked during the inspection process
Methods of verifying protection of persons and livestock
The earth fault loop paths of the common earthing systems
The appropriate documentation that must be completed, as per BS 7671, to conclude the initial verification
How is the City-and-Guilds - Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification of Electrical Installations course assessed?
To achieve this qualification, candidates must complete all of the following assessments
2391-050: A multiple-choice, electronic examination (using the City & Guilds e-Volve examination system)
2391-500: A practical assignment; including a short-answer written examination and practical inspection and testing tasks (incorporating elements of a three-phase electrical installation)
What certificate do I get for passing the City-and-Guilds - Level 3 Award in the Initial Verification of Electrical Installations course?
