Electrical Inspector
Electrical
A course by
Toi Ohomai
Upskill as a qualified electrical inspector, learning legal, regulatory, and practical procedures for electrical system inspection and preparing for EWRB exams.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 15 weeks
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Understand and apply legal responsibilities and safety regulations
Demonstrate knowledge of current legislation, standards, and codes of practice governing electrical inspection.
Conduct inspections and testing
Carry out visual, physical, and instrumental testing of electrical installations as per industry and legal requirements.
Operate testing equipment
Use electrical test instruments effectively for inspection purposes.
What You're Signing Up For
This part-time course is designed for registered electricians aiming to work as qualified electrical inspectors. It combines theoretical learning with practical site visits, focusing on inspection procedures, safety regulations, legal responsibilities, testing, and documentation. Students develop skills needed to pass national Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) assessments. The course does not meet the requirements for StudyLink loans or allowances.
Course Content
- Current electrical legislation, standards, and codes of practice
- Use of electrical test instruments
- Inspection of electrical installations
- Visual, physical, and instrumental testing in specialized/hazardous areas
- Site visits to diverse locations (e.g., meat works, motor camp, marina)
- Recording and reporting of inspection results
- Legal responsibilities of electrical inspectors
- Preparation for EWRB Electrical Inspector Theory exam
What you need to know first
EWRB or Qualified Engineer Registration Certificate
Current electrical practising licence
Current First Aid Certificate (unit standards 6401/6402 or 26551/26552)
Three years' experience as a registered electrician (required for inspector registration)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Electrical Engineering
Construction
Future employment opportunities might be
Electrical Inspector (self-employed or company-employed)
Electrical compliance roles
Inspection and certification roles in the construction sector
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