I qualified as an electrician in 1986, having served a four year apprenticeship. My training in PAT testing has been up-dated in February 2012, passing the City and Guilds 2382 - 10 course. (Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment Based on the IEE Code of Practice for in-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment) All Portable Appliance Testing work is guaranteed, and undertaken in accordance with current regulations and guidance.