Workplace Safety Essentials
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
Clear, practical awareness training explaining what PAT testing involves, why it matters, and what the law actually requires for portable electrical appliances in the workplace
From £35 + VAT
Buy for yourself or your team
- CPD Certification Service
- Certificate Included
- 100% Online
Course Details
- Course Time: Approximately 25 minutes
- Format: Online and self-paced
- Certification: the CPD Certification Service
- Ideal For: employers and employees needing an introduction to PAT testing
- Access: Added after confirmed payment
- Assessment: Online course assessment; full requirements are shown in the learning platform
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for a range of people who need to understand electrical PAT testing requirements
- Anyone who needs a good general awareness of electrical PAT testing
- Supervisors responsible for keeping employees safe in the workplace
- Managers overseeing the maintenance of portable electrical equipment
Course Content
Explore the main topics and practical areas covered by this online course.
- Introduction to PAT testing — Explain PAT testing and its purpose
- Items for testing — Review examples of appliances that can be PAT tested
- Duties and legal context — Consider employer, employee and legal requirements
- Records and labels — Cover maintenance records and labelling requirements
Assessment and Certification
This course is certified by the CPD Certification Service.
Your course fee includes the online learning, assessment and course certificate, with no separate certificate charge.
Delivered with VideoTile Learning
This course is owned by VideoTile Learning Ltd and distributed under licence.
The Block Coach handles booking and portal access, while VideoTile Learning provides the course content and assessment.
Buy for Yourself or Your Team
Choose one seat for yourself or add places for colleagues. Each learner receives their own course access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PAT testing a legal requirement?
The course explains what is and is not required by law, helping you understand your specific obligations around portable electrical appliances.
How long does the course take to complete?
The course content runs to approximately 25 minutes of video, though actual completion time will vary depending on how long you spend on each module.
How long does the course take?
Approximately 25 minutes. This timing reflects the supplied video content and does not include loading time or time spent considering assessment questions. You can pause and return as needed.
How is the course assessed?
Online course assessment; full requirements are shown in the learning platform. The module-by-module thresholds are shown in the course outline above.
Which organisations certify this course?
This course is certified by the CPD Certification Service.
Is the certificate included?
Yes. Your course fee includes the learning, assessment and course certificate.
When will I get access?
Once your payment is confirmed, the course is automatically added to your Learn-Link account.
