City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (2391-52)

Entry Requirements for City & Guilds 2391-52 – Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations

At MOS Training, we deliver the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (2391-52) as a 5-day face-to-face course for experienced electrical learners looking to develop their inspection and testing knowledge as part of CPD.

This qualification is intended for electricians who already hold relevant Level 3 electrotechnical qualifications and supports knowledge and practical understanding for initial verification and periodic inspection of electrical installation work.

Who Can Take This Course?

✔ Electricians with relevant Level 3 electrotechnical qualifications (or similar)
✔ Experienced electrical operatives looking to develop inspection and testing knowledge
✔ Learners seeking CPD in initial verification and periodic inspection/testing

Important Entry Requirements

✔ Expected prior achievement: Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (or similar)
✔ Minimum age: 18+
✔ Suitable for learners with the skills, knowledge and experience to carry out inspection and testing safely and competently

Important Suitability Guidance

The qualification is not suitable for learners who are new to the industry or those with limited electrotechnical sector experience and insufficient knowledge and experience to carry out inspection and testing safely and competently.

MOS Training will assess suitability before enrolment to help ensure the course is the right fit.

How It Works

This qualification is assessed through:

• One practical assignment

• One online multiple choice test

Training is delivered face to face at our Loughton, Essex centre, with expert support to help learners prepare for both the practical and knowledge-based assessment elements.

Need Help Deciding If This Course Is Right for You?

• Contact MOS Training to discuss your experience and eligibility

• Get guidance on whether the City & Guilds 2391-52 course matches your current qualifications and goals

• Secure a place on an upcoming 5-day course date with a £500 initial payment, with the remaining balance due before the course starts

Qualification Structure for City & Guilds 2391-52 – Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations

The City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (2391-52) is a Level 3 qualification designed for experienced electricians who want to develop their knowledge and practical understanding of inspection and testing. It supports CPD and prepares candidates for the initial verification and periodic inspection of electrical installation work.

How the Qualification Works

This qualification is made up of one mandatory unit focused on initial and periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations.

It combines knowledge and practical requirements, covering the principles of inspection and testing, safe working procedures, documentation, and the practical application of inspection and test processes.

What the Qualification Covers

✔ Initial verification and periodic inspection and testing requirements
✔ Inspection and testing documentation, certification and reporting responsibilities
✔ Safe isolation procedures and safe systems of work
✔ Relevant health and safety requirements, including Electricity at Work Regulations considerations
✔ Inspection procedures, test methods, and interpreting results for compliance/classification
✔ Completion of inspection schedules and associated documentation in line with recognised industry guidance referenced in the handbook

How You’ll Be Assessed

✔ One practical assignment (City & Guilds 2391-502)
✔ One online multiple choice test (City & Guilds 2391-052)
✔ Assessment structure includes both practical application and knowledge testing

This qualification is ideal for experienced electrical learners who want a recognised City & Guilds inspection and testing award with structured training and assessment preparation through MOS Training.

Key Areas Covered in City & Guilds 2391-52 – Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations

The City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (2391-52) covers the core knowledge and practical requirements needed to carry out inspection and testing activities for electrical installations.

This Level 3 qualification is aimed at experienced electrical learners and supports CPD for those developing their understanding of initial verification and periodic inspection/testing.

Core Knowledge & Skill Areas

✔ Initial verification and periodic inspection and testing principles
✔ Inspection and testing documentation, certification and reporting responsibilities
✔ Safe isolation procedures and safe systems of work
✔ Health and safety requirements relevant to inspection and testing activities
✔ Electricity at Work Regulations requirements relevant to safe inspection and testing
✔ Inspection procedures and use of schedules of inspection
✔ Test methods, test sequence, interpreting results and checking compliance/classification
✔ Completion of inspection and testing documentation in line with recognised industry guidance referenced in the handbook

Practical Areas Included

The qualification also covers practical inspection and testing activities, including carrying out inspection, completing schedules, performing tests, verifying results, and completing documentation.

Examples of test areas covered include continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, earth fault loop impedance, RCD testing, prospective fault current, phase sequence and functional testing.

Qualification Details

• Qualification: City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations

• Qualification code: 2391-52

• Level: 3

• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 50

• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 67

• Age requirement: 18+

Assessment Overview

• One practical assignment

• One online multiple choice test

This qualification is ideal for experienced electricians who want a recognised City & Guilds inspection and testing award and structured training through MOS Training’s 5-day face-to-face course.