C&G Assured Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Electrical Safety & Inspection – Stage 1 (Ireland) 2026 WAITLIST

Are you interested in learning skills in Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)?

If so this is the first step on your journey. 

This course is free of charge and is fully funded by XXX

The course is split into 2 sections

• Week 1 consists of self guided online learning that you complete at a time that suits you
• 1 day of inhouse practical training

The programme aims to develop learners key skills and understanding in Portable Appliance Testing

Mandatory successful completion of online modules ( is required prior to practical training)

Who is the programme for?

• This programme is designed for learners who wish to develop the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence required to carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) safely and effectively.

It is suitable for:

• Learners seeking to upskill in electrical safety and inspection
• Maintenance personnel and technicians responsible for workplace equipment
• Those wishing to add PAT testing to their existing service offering
• Individuals interested in developing skills that support self-employment or progression into technical roles

What does the programme cover?

• This programme provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect, test, and record the condition of portable electrical appliances in line with current safety requirements and good practice.

Learners will develop an understanding of:

• The principles of electrical safety
• Hazards associated with portable electrical equipment
• Legal responsibilities relating to inspection, maintenance, and safe use of appliances
• The difference between user checks, visual inspections, and formal combined inspection and testing
• Appliance classes and types, including Class I, Class II, and IEC leads
• Common faults found in plugs, cables, casings, and connections
• The correct use of Portable Appliance Testing equipment
• How to interpret and record test results
• How to identify whether an appliance is safe to return to service, requires repair, or should be removed from use

Practical training will include:

• Safe isolation procedures
• Visual inspection of portable appliances
• Checking plugs, fuses, cables, and terminations
• Carrying out earth continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, and functional checks where appropriate
• Testing extension leads and detachable power leads
• Labelling appliances and maintaining accurate records
• Recognising damaged or unsuitable equipment
• Understanding the limitations of testing and when equipment should be referred for repair or replacement

Appliances and equipment covered may include:

• Kettles
• Toasters
• Microwaves
• Vacuum cleaners
• Extension leads
• Computer equipment
• Monitors
• Printers
• Chargers
• Power tools
• other common workplace and domestic portable electrical equipment

Learners will also gain an understanding of:

• The importance of routine inspection and maintenance
• The role of competent persons in PAT testing
• Risk-based approaches to inspection frequency
• Relevant standards, codes of practice, and documentation requirements
• Safe working practices when dealing with damaged electrical equipment
• Throughout the programme, strong emphasis is placed on health and safety, correct working procedures, and the accurate completion of inspection and test records.

What opportunities for progression are there?

• On completion of this programme, learners will have gained valuable practical skills and technical knowledge that can support progression into employment, additional training, or enhanced responsibilities within their current role.

This programme can support progression into:

• Facilities maintenance roles
• Building services and caretaking roles
• Service and repair environments
• Health and safety support roles
• Self-employment or an additional service offering within an existing business
• Learners will also gain the confidence to carry out portable appliance inspection and testing as part of a wider maintenance, compliance, or safety function.

On successful completion of the course you will be issued with a City & Guilds Assured Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Electrical Safety & Inspection  – Stage 1 (Ireland)

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