PAT Testing and Experience

Matt Braddick:

Hi All. 

I used to design and build exhibition stands but with COVID decided to retrain as a Domestic Electrician with a side order of PAT Testing. 

I've now qualified with various C&G awards/certificates including 2018 / Part P / PAT etc. with Trade Skills 4U (I know some people are not keen but...). 

The crux is that at 51 years old I now need to get more experience to be able to look at NICEIC. Any suggestions ? Or do I need to just do lots of PAT Testing and see what happens? Based near Leeds.

Cheers Matt

This isn't the first time that such a question has arisen in here.


NICEIC isn't the only CPS, but there are fewer than there were.


2 new circuits is what you need. A distribution circuit to a shed with a small CU and lighting and sockets would do.

Matt Braddick:

Hi All. 

I used to design and build exhibition stands but with COVID decided to retrain as a Domestic Electrician with a side order of PAT Testing. 

I've now qualified with various C&G awards/certificates including 2018 / Part P / PAT etc. with Trade Skills 4U (I know some people are not keen but...). 

The crux is that at 51 years old I now need to get more experience to be able to look at NICEIC. Any suggestions ? Or do I need to just do lots of PAT Testing and see what happens? Based near Leeds.

Cheers Matt

This isn't the first time that such a question has arisen in here.


NICEIC isn't the only CPS, but there are fewer than there were.


2 new circuits is what you need. A distribution circuit to a shed with a small CU and lighting and sockets would do.