Training

This 1-day in-person, hands-on course is designed for anyone responsible for electrical safety in workplaces, schools, labs, or facilities who needs practical skills in testing and tagging portable electrical appliances in accordance with AS/NZS 3760.

Course Fee: $365.00 + GST (includes all course material and meals)

Participants will gain the confidence to:

• Understand AS/NZS 3760 and legal responsibilities

• Identify Class I and Class II appliances

• Perform compliant visual inspections

• Carry out electrical tests using a Seaward PAT Tester

• Interpret test results and identify faulty equipment

• Apply tags and keep accurate records

What You’ll Learn

The course is divided into Theory and Practical, with strong emphasis on real-world application.

Theory

A clear introduction to PAT testing and electrical safety requirements.

Topics include:

• What PAT testing is and why it is required

• Overview of AS/NZS 3760

• Testing intervals and documentation

• Appliance classes (Class I vs Class II)

• Basic electrical concepts relevant to PAT

  • Voltage, current, resistance

  • Insulation and earth continuity

  • AC vs DC

  • Overview of the MEN system

This theory foundation ensures learners understand why tests are performed and the safety principles behind them.

Practical

Hands-on training using the Seaward PAT Tester and real appliances.

Practical activities include:

• Conducting visual inspections

• Testing Class I appliances

• Testing Class II appliances

• Earth continuity testing

• Insulation resistance testing

• Polarity and leakage tests

• Interpreting pass/fail readings

• Applying test tags correctly

• Recording test results for compliance

Participants will complete both:

• A short written assessment

• A practical demonstration of PAT testing

Certificate of Completion

Awarded upon successful completion of both components.

Why Choose This Course

• Beginner-friendly, no prior electrical experience needed

• Taught by experienced trainers

• Hands-on testing with real equipment

• Practical, job-focused learning

• Fully aligned with AS/NZS 3760 requirements