C&G 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Initial & Periodic Inspection &Testing of Electrical Installations

The City & Guilds 2391-52 qualification is a key milestone for experienced electricians looking to deepen their understanding of inspection and testing. It combines the content of the 2391-50 (Initial Verification) and 2391-51 (Periodic Inspection) into a single, comprehensive award.

Designed for practising electricians, this course supports progression into roles requiring advanced testing competence, such as qualifying supervisor (QS) positions or work under competent person schemes. It demonstrates a strong commitment to professional standards and equips learners with the skills needed to carry out both initial and periodic inspection and testing in line with industry regulations.

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C&G 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Initial & Periodic Inspection &Testing of Electrical Installations


Level:Send to Booker Only


Accredited by:City & Guilds


In-centre delivery (Week 1)

5 days

Assessments (Week 2)

1.5 days

The online examination and written assignment are scheduled for the Monday of the second week and will span the entire day. Practical assessments are typically held within the same week and are designed to be completed in half a day.

Course content
  • Safe isolation of electrical circuits and installations
  • Requirements for initial verification of electrical installations
  • Requirements for periodic inspection and testing
  • Requirements for completing the inspection of electrical installations prior to their being placed into service
  • Requirements for the safe testing and commissioning of electrical installations
  • Requirements for testing before circuits are energised
  • Requirements for testing energised installations
  • Requirements for the completion of electrical installation certificates and associated documentation
  • Requirements for the completion of electrical installation condition reports and associated documentation
  • Safety of systems and equipment prior to completion of inspection, testing and commissioning
  • Inspection of electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
  • Commissioning electrotechnical systems and equipment