Periodic Inspection & EICR - Level 3 - 603/5928/5 - LCL
Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect existing electrical installations and complete Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs). This Level 3 qualification is designed for experienced electrical professionals looking to develop their periodic inspection and testing skills. You'll learn how to safely inspect, test and report on the condition of electrical installations, helping determine whether they remain safe for continued use.
Description
The LCL Awards Level 3 Periodic Inspection & EICR qualification is designed for experienced electrical professionals who want to develop their competence in the inspection, testing and reporting of existing electrical installations.
Throughout the course, you'll develop your understanding of safe isolation, inspection procedures, electrical testing requirements and the completion of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs).
You'll learn how to assess the condition of an existing installation, record your findings accurately and communicate inspection results clearly through the appropriate reporting documentation.
Focused on existing installations: this qualification develops Periodic Inspection & Testing skills rather than Initial Verification of new electrical work.
5. Entry Requirements
This qualification is designed for experienced and practising electrical operatives. It is not suitable for learners with limited electrical knowledge or practical experience.
Learners should already hold relevant Level 3 electrotechnical qualifications, including an appropriate electrical installation qualification, an Initial Verification qualification and a current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations qualification.
Kelly Energy Training recommends that learners have at least one year of on-site electrical experience before progressing to Periodic Inspection & Testing.
Unsure whether you're ready? Suitability will be checked before enrolment. If you're still developing your Inspection & Testing experience, contact Kelly Energy Training before booking so we can review your qualifications and experience.
1. Is this course right for you?
This course may be suitable if you are:
- An experienced electrician.
- An electrical contractor carrying out inspection and testing work.
- An electrical professional responsible for assessing existing installations.
- Looking to develop your Periodic Inspection and EICR skills.
- Undertaking Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Looking to broaden your electrical inspection and reporting capabilities.
Designed for experienced electricians: Periodic Inspection requires the ability to assess the condition and safety of existing installations, so this is not intended as an introductory Inspection & Testing course.
2. Why take this qualification?
Periodic inspection and testing is used to assess the ongoing condition of existing electrical installations and identify issues that may affect electrical safety.
This qualification develops the technical understanding and practical skills required to inspect, test, record and report on existing installations using appropriate procedures and documentation.
By completing this qualification you'll:
- Develop your understanding of Periodic Inspection & Testing procedures.
- Strengthen your knowledge of safe isolation and electrical testing.
- Build confidence assessing the condition of existing electrical installations.
- Develop your ability to identify and record electrical defects and observations.
- Gain experience completing Electrical Installation Condition Reports.
- Support your ongoing professional development within the electrotechnical industry.
3. What you'll learn
During the course you'll develop knowledge and practical skills in areas including:
- Safe isolation of electrical circuits and installations.
- Requirements for Periodic Inspection & Testing.
- Selection and correct use of electrical test instruments.
- Visual inspection of existing electrical installations.
- Electrical testing procedures for existing installations.
- Assessment of installation condition.
- Identification and recording of defects and observations.
- Interpretation and recording of inspection and test results.
- Completion of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs).
- Clear communication of inspection findings and reporting outcomes.
4. What's Included?
Your course includes:
- ✓ Tutor-led classroom training.
- ✓ Practical Periodic Inspection & Testing exercises.
- ✓ Hands-on use of electrical test equipment.
- ✓ Guidance on EICR completion and reporting.
- ✓ Training on inspection and testing procedures.
- ✓ Theory assessment.
- ✓ Practical assessment.
- ✓ LCL Awards certification upon successful completion.
6. Assessment
Assessment includes both theoretical and practical elements.
You'll be assessed on your understanding of Periodic Inspection requirements, safe isolation, electrical testing procedures and the correct completion of inspection and reporting documentation.
You'll also need to demonstrate your ability to apply inspection and testing procedures to an existing electrical installation and accurately record the results.
The assessment checks both your technical understanding and your ability to apply Periodic Inspection & Testing procedures correctly in practice.
7. Where can this qualification lead?
Periodic Inspection and EICR competence can support experienced electricians who carry out condition reporting, maintenance, compliance and inspection work on existing electrical installations.
Depending on your existing qualifications and career goals, further development may include:
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations updates and Continuing Professional Development.
- EV Charger Installation .
- Solar PV Installation & Maintenance .
- Battery Storage / Electrical Energy Storage Systems .
- Further specialist electrical compliance and Inspection & Testing training.
Initial Verification and Periodic Inspection are different skill areas. Periodic Inspection builds on existing electrical and Inspection & Testing competence and is intended for electricians with sufficient experience to assess existing installations.