- Duration: Contact us for programme duration
- Price: Contact us for pricing – 0141 433 0099
- Location: Innovo Academy – East End of Glasgow
- Prerequisites: 18th Edition (BS7671) – must be held before enrolling
- Certification: City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing
Inspection & Testing Course in Glasgow (2391)
The Inspection & Testing qualification (City & Guilds 2391) is one of the most important qualifications for working electricians. It certifies your competence to carry out initial verification of new electrical installations and periodic inspection (condition reporting) of existing installations, including the production of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs).
Demand for EICR testing is growing significantly in Scotland. Changes to Scottish tenancy legislation require landlords to have valid EICRs for rental properties, creating consistent, ongoing demand for qualified inspection and testing engineers. For electricians, this qualification opens up a reliable revenue stream that is less affected by seasonal fluctuations than installation work.
Inspection & Testing Course
Who Is This Programme For?
- Statutory and non-statutory regulations applicable to electrical inspection and testing
- Initial verification of new electrical installations – testing procedures, documentation, and certification
- Periodic inspection and condition reporting – carrying out EICRs to the required standard
- Safe use of test instruments – insulation resistance testers, earth fault loop impedance testers, RCD testers, and continuity testers
- Interpreting test results and identifying departures from BS7671
- Completing Electrical Installation Certificates (EICs) and EICRs correctly
- Classification of observations – C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (recommended improvement), and FI (further investigation)
- Practical assessment on live electrical installations in the workshop
Who Should Attend
- Electricians who hold the 18th Edition and want to carry out inspection and testing work
- Engineers pursuing NAPIT or NICEIC registration – 2391 is typically a requirement
- Electricians who want to offer EICR services to landlords and property managers
- Electrical contractors expanding their service offering into testing and certification
- Domestic Installer programme graduates progressing their qualifications
Career Context: EICR Demand in Scotland
Scottish landlord regulations require valid EICRs for all rental properties, and this requirement is driving sustained demand for qualified inspection and testing engineers. Unlike installation work, which can be project-based and seasonal, EICR testing provides a consistent, recurring income stream – every rental property needs periodic inspection, creating repeat work year after year.
For self-employed electricians, EICR testing can be a highly profitable specialism. Testing appointments are typically shorter than installation projects, allowing you to complete multiple jobs per day, and the combination of demand and relatively fewer qualified testers means competitive rates.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the 18th Edition first?
Yes. The 18th Edition (BS7671) is a prerequisite for the Inspection & Testing course. You must hold a current 18th Edition certificate before enrolling.
What’s the difference between initial verification and condition reporting?
Initial verification is the testing and certification of a new electrical installation before it is energised. Condition reporting (EICRs) is the periodic inspection of existing installations to assess their safety and compliance.
Is there high demand for EICR testing?
Yes, particularly in Scotland where landlord regulations require valid EICRs for rental properties. This creates ongoing demand for qualified inspection and testing engineers.
How does this qualification help with NAPIT/NICEIC registration?
The 2391 qualification is typically required for registration with competent person schemes. It demonstrates your competence to inspect, test, and certify electrical installations.
