Courses
Browse through our full list of courses available for all Test4Less customers and once you’ve found what inspires you, book online or contact one of our friendly team available on 0800 040 7477.
PAT Testing
Test4Less PAT courses align with the IET Code of Practice (5th Edition), combining theory and practical training to let candidates inspect and test a variety of portable electrical appliances.
Course duration: 1 day
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: The Basic PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) Course is designed to provide individuals with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to carry out in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment. Ideal for beginners, this course is suitable for those looking to ensure workplace safety, comply with legal obligations, or carry out PAT testing duties in-house.
Participants will learn about the legal framework surrounding PAT testing, types of equipment and classifications, visual inspections, test procedures using PAT testers, record keeping, and safety precautions. The course combines theoretical understanding with hands-on practice to build confidence and competence in performing safe, effective appliance testing.
No prior electrical experience is necessary - this course is tailored to be accessible to all responsible individuals tasked with electrical safety in their organisation.
Course duration: 1 day
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: The Basic PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) Course is designed to provide individuals with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to carry out in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment. Ideal for beginners, this course is suitable for those looking to ensure workplace safety, comply with legal obligations, or carry out PAT testing duties in-house.
Participants will learn about the legal framework surrounding PAT testing, types of equipment and classifications, visual inspections, test procedures using PAT testers, record keeping, and safety precautions. The course combines theoretical understanding with hands-on practice to build confidence and competence in performing safe, effective appliance testing.
No prior electrical experience is necessary - this course is tailored to be accessible to all responsible individuals tasked with electrical safety in their organisation.
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Cable Avoidance
Our Cable Avoidance Training teaches learners safe, effective use of cable avoidance tools, covering regulations, detection techniques, and locating underground services.
Course duration: 1 day
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: This Cable Avoidance Training Course provides essential knowledge and practical skills to help operatives and supervisors safely locate and avoid underground services during excavation work. The course covers the correct use of Cable Avoidance Tools (CAT) and Signal Generators (Genny), interpretation of site plans, and key safety procedures.
Participants will learn how to identify buried utilities, minimise the risk of service strikes, and carry out pre-excavation checks effectively. The training combines theory with hands-on practice to build confidence in real-world scenarios.
Ideal for construction workers, groundworkers, and civil engineering staff, this course helps ensure safer excavation practices and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Course duration: 1 day
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: This Cable Avoidance Training Course provides essential knowledge and practical skills to help operatives and supervisors safely locate and avoid underground services during excavation work. The course covers the correct use of Cable Avoidance Tools (CAT) and Signal Generators (Genny), interpretation of site plans, and key safety procedures.
Participants will learn how to identify buried utilities, minimise the risk of service strikes, and carry out pre-excavation checks effectively. The training combines theory with hands-on practice to build confidence in real-world scenarios.
Ideal for construction workers, groundworkers, and civil engineering staff, this course helps ensure safer excavation practices and compliance with health and safety regulations.
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Safe Isolation
Our Safe Isolation Training covers the Electricity at Work Regulation 1989 and HSG85, teaching correct equipment use and core principles for safe electrical isolation.
Course duration: 1 -2 days
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: The Safe Isolation Training Course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely isolate electrical systems before carrying out maintenance or inspection work. It ensures that operatives understand how to prevent electric shock, equipment damage, or unintended energisation during work on or near electrical installations.
The course covers the correct procedures for identifying circuits, locking off and proving dead, as well as the legal responsibilities under relevant health and safety regulations. Practical training reinforces safe working methods and helps build confidence in applying isolation techniques correctly.
This course is ideal for electricians, maintenance staff, and anyone responsible for working on electrical systems. It supports legal compliance and promotes a safer working environment.
Course duration: 1 -2 days
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: The Safe Isolation Training Course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely isolate electrical systems before carrying out maintenance or inspection work. It ensures that operatives understand how to prevent electric shock, equipment damage, or unintended energisation during work on or near electrical installations.
The course covers the correct procedures for identifying circuits, locking off and proving dead, as well as the legal responsibilities under relevant health and safety regulations. Practical training reinforces safe working methods and helps build confidence in applying isolation techniques correctly.
This course is ideal for electricians, maintenance staff, and anyone responsible for working on electrical systems. It supports legal compliance and promotes a safer working environment.
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FLIR ITC Category 1 Introduction to Thermography - Online
Start your journey in thermal imaging with the FLIR Level 1 Thermography Course—online, self-paced, and ideal for learning the basics of infrared and inspection techniques.
Course duration: 4 days
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: The FLIR ITC Level 1 Thermography Course is an online, self-paced training designed to introduce professionals to the fundamentals of infrared thermography. Covering key topics such as thermal imaging principles, heat transfer, emissivity, and proper camera operation, this course provides the knowledge needed to carry out accurate and reliable infrared inspections across electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
Delivered by the Infrared Training Centre (ITC), the course combines expert-led instruction with interactive exercises and practical demonstrations. On completion, participants receive a certificate confirming their skills in thermal imaging, making it ideal for electricians, engineers, building inspectors, and anyone looking to enhance their capabilities with infrared technology.
Course duration: 4 days
Delivery: Online or in-person
Entry requirements: No experience required
Overview: The FLIR ITC Level 1 Thermography Course is an online, self-paced training designed to introduce professionals to the fundamentals of infrared thermography. Covering key topics such as thermal imaging principles, heat transfer, emissivity, and proper camera operation, this course provides the knowledge needed to carry out accurate and reliable infrared inspections across electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
Delivered by the Infrared Training Centre (ITC), the course combines expert-led instruction with interactive exercises and practical demonstrations. On completion, participants receive a certificate confirming their skills in thermal imaging, making it ideal for electricians, engineers, building inspectors, and anyone looking to enhance their capabilities with infrared technology.
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FLIR ITC Category 2 Advanced Thermography - In-person
The FLIR ITC Category 2 Course is advanced training for certified thermographers seeking deeper expertise and the ability to lead and deliver high-level thermal inspections.
Course duration: 4 days
Delivery: In-person
Entry requirements: FLIR ITC Level 1 certification
Overview: The FLIR ITC Category 2 Course is an advanced, five-day training programme designed for certified Category 1 thermographers looking to deepen their expertise and take on leadership roles in infrared inspection. This internationally recognised course builds on foundational knowledge, covering advanced infrared physics, heat transfer, complex measurement techniques, and real-world application of thermal imaging in industrial, electrical, and building diagnostics.
Through expert-led instruction, hands-on sessions, and a case study presentation, participants will develop the skills needed to interpret complex thermal patterns, lead thermographic teams, and mentor Category 1 personnel. Successful completion earns the FLIR ITC Category 2 certification—demonstrating a high level of competence and opening doors to senior roles across multiple industries.
Ideal for professionals working in predictive maintenance, diagnostics, and industrial inspection, this course provides the technical depth and professional recognition required to advance your thermography career.
Course duration: 4 days
Delivery: In-person
Entry requirements: FLIR ITC Level 1 certification
Overview: The FLIR ITC Category 2 Course is an advanced, five-day training programme designed for certified Category 1 thermographers looking to deepen their expertise and take on leadership roles in infrared inspection. This internationally recognised course builds on foundational knowledge, covering advanced infrared physics, heat transfer, complex measurement techniques, and real-world application of thermal imaging in industrial, electrical, and building diagnostics.
Through expert-led instruction, hands-on sessions, and a case study presentation, participants will develop the skills needed to interpret complex thermal patterns, lead thermographic teams, and mentor Category 1 personnel. Successful completion earns the FLIR ITC Category 2 certification—demonstrating a high level of competence and opening doors to senior roles across multiple industries.
Ideal for professionals working in predictive maintenance, diagnostics, and industrial inspection, this course provides the technical depth and professional recognition required to advance your thermography career.
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