AM2 helpsheet!
The examination lasts 3 days and candidates are assessed on the following sections:
Section A – Composite Installation (8.5hrs)
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Risk Assessment and Safe Isolation
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Interpretation of specifications and technical data
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Installation of lighting, power, heating and data circuits
Section B – Inspection and Testing (3.5hrs)
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Inspection and Testing the composite installation
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Completion of tests in accordance with BS-7671 and guidance note 3
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Completion of electrical installation certificate, schedule of inspections and schedule
of test results
Section C – Fault Diagnosis (2hrs)
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Identification of faults with the aid of fault symptom cards
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Correct use of tools and instruments that are fit for purpose
Section D – Online Examination (1hr)
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30 multiple choice questions
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Assessment of knowledge associated with work undertaken within the assessment
of occupational competence
All 4 sections of the test are timed.
The four sections must be completed within the specified target times. The work must
comply with the requirements of the current lEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and Health
and Safety Regulations. Candidates will be permitted to refer to the current edition of the
lEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671), lEE Guidance Note No.3 Inspection and Testing, lEE OnSite Guide (OSG) and guide to the building regs during the tests. Candidates will work on a
standard test unit, using drawings, block and circuit diagrams and written instructions.
To do:
 Practice risk assessments using handout and website www.hse.gov.uk as
these will be similar to the ones you will use
 Go onto www.netservices.org.uk and look at common candidate errors
 Familiarise yourself with BS7671 (1st Amendment), Guide to building
Regs, Onsite guide and Guidance note 3 for inspect and test
 For those of you that are fretting about ‘install an S plan central heating
and hot water system with a solar thermal sustainable energy element
utilising heat resistant flexible cable and PVC singles cable’ don’t worry, I
have been told that as long as you understand the enclosed diagram and
wire on you will be fine!
 Make sure you wear the correct PPE