Limited Certificate Training License

Electrical

A course by

Unitec

A one-week intensive course covering the EWRB safety training requirements, including safe working practices, testing, CPR, and basic first aid, for those with an accepted Limited Certificate application.

NZ$1,341

inc GST

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This course starts anytime


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

It will take a total of 1 week


Core skills this course teaches


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Understand and apply safe working practices for electrical work

Able to implement safety protocols to protect self and others before, during, and after prescribed electrical tasks.

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Perform safety testing related to electrical work

Conduct safety tests before starting, while undertaking, and after completing electrical work as per EWRB standards.

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Recognize and manage electrical hazards

Identify hazards and use correct procedures and PPE to work safely in electrical settings.

What You're Signing Up For

This one-week short course is designed for individuals who have received confirmation from the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) that their Limited Certificate application has been approved. The course covers mandatory EWRB safety training requirements, including safe working practices, safety testing before and after electrical work, CPR, and basic first aid. Participants must have appropriate PPE and tools. The course meets EWRB prerequisites for the Limited Certificate and is a required component prior to conducting prescribed electrical work.

Course Content

  • Safe working practices in electrical environments
  • Safety testing before, during, and after electrical work
  • CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
  • Basic first aid
  • Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Requirement and use of testing instruments
  • Review of relevant Standards

What you need to know first

EWRB letter/certificate confirming Limited Certificate application has been accepted/approved

Personal Protective Equipment (safety capped footwear, safety glasses)

Test instruments and copies of relevant Standards

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Trades

  • Construction

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Electrical trade assistant

  • Electrical apprentice

  • Entry-level roles requiring EWRB Limited Certificate

  • Progression to qualified electrical worker roles