Electrical and Mechanical training

Develop is an industry-leading electrical training provider. All of our electrical and mechanical training courses reflect the latest methods, practices and legislation and provide hands-on experience on specialist equipment. Our range of courses include Electricity at Work Regulations, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671), Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification, PAT Testing and more. The majority of which is accredited by City and Guilds and other awarding organisations.

We offer both LV and HV training for Skilled Person, Competent Person, Authorised Person and Authorising Engineer. The majority of our courses are run on an open programme basis at one of our eight dedicated training centres in Derby, York, Swindon, Manchester, Brentwood, Birmingham, Norwich and Linlithgow, Scotland. Our Huby-based training centre in York is our High Voltage (HV) Centre of Excellence. We also regularly run bespoke training courses for customers at their site (dependent on available equipment/facilities required).

Our experienced teams can also provide consultancy on safe systems of work and create bespoke programmes aligned to your individual business procedures.

Specialist training for electrical persons

Develop Training’s courses are ideal for Competent Persons, Authorised Persons, Engineers and Managers, with responsibility for Electrical High Voltage and Low Voltage systems.

18th Edition BS7671 training course

Our 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) courses provides learners with a strong working knowledge of the latest version of this core industry standard, including the updated requirements introduced by Amendment 2:2022. It covers the 18th edition of the IET Wiring Regulations, which came into force in June 2008. These regulations are recognised by the British Standards Institute as a British Standard (BS7671).

All practising electricians must comply with the electrical regulations when carrying out electrical work. The qualification is designed to provide those seeking progression in their career with the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to carry out job roles and responsibilities associated with the electrotechnical industry.

What does BS7671 cover?

The IET Wiring Regulations BS7671 are the definitive standard for the electrical industry in respect of safe use and operation of electrical equipment and systems. They set requirements and operating criteria for the UK and correspond to EC standards. They are recognised by the British Standards Institute as a British Standard (BS7671). The purpose of the regulations is to ensure that practicing electricians are conversant with the format, content and application of the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671:2022.

Training courses for Estates and Facilities Managers

We deliver estates and facilities management training for those working within in-house or outsourced estates teams including those working in healthcare and/or defence.

HTM 06-02 and HTM 06-03 training courses

For healthcare / NHS estates teams, the electrical courses we offer adhere to the Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) suite of guidance including 06-02 Electrical Safety Guidance for Low Voltage Systems and 06-03 Electrical Safety Guidance for High Voltage Systems. Our City & Guilds LV and HV accredited courses will enable you to gain the knowledge required to carry out Authorising Engineer, Authorised Person, Competent Person and Skilled Person duties and responsibilities in order to achieve compliance with the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.

JSP 375 electrical training courses

JSP 375 is the Government publication that provides guidance to defence in meeting its legal health and safety obligations and provides a common structure for the organisation and arrangements for the day to day management of health and safety within defence.

Our MoD electrical and mechanical training courses have been specifically designed for engineering staff working with high and low voltage distribution equipment on MoD estates who have been nominated to the role of Authorised Person, Responsible Person, Nominated Person or Competent Person when working with HV and LV electrical systems in MoD establishments.

By the end of our training, individuals will be able to:

• Understand statutory safety regulations relating to HV/LV safe working practices
• Follow procedures defined by JSP 375 Volume Chapter 3
• Carry out HV pressure testing of cables and vacuum circuit breakers
• Understand and operate HV protection systems
• Practically carry out earthing of switchgear and cables
• Carry out live HV phasing
• Complete operating records and documentation
• …and more

We understand the indispensable role played by Authorising Engineers (AE’s) in upholding electrical safety and compliance within the highly regulated healthcare and defence industries. Our

Our Authorising Engineer training programmes places a strong emphasis on compliance with industry-specific standards, including legislation and safe systems of work. We also introduce delegates to the relevant health & safety legislation within the UK, the need for safety management systems and the structure, role and responsibilities of AE’s and AP’s.

Whether you’re an experienced Authorising Engineer (AE) or Authorised Person (AP) seeking to enhance your proficiency or just embarking on your journey, our courses are thoughtfully crafted to accommodate all experience levels. Through the integration of the latest industry best practices, cutting-edge technologies, and immersive, hands-on training, we empower you to proficiently manage, authorise, and maintain electrical installations in a wide variety of settings of healthcare and defense.

Electrical training for Competent Persons

Our Competent Person: Low Voltage training course allows delegates to achieve a recognised City & Guilds accredited certificate for a safe system of work in an electrical discipline with compliance to HSG85 Safe Working Practices. The course provides suitable training as laid down by the Electricity at Work Act.

This course covers a number of topics that will ensure individuals are familiarised with low voltage equipment, how to use it correctly, and are able to interpret safety rules and procedures.

Key business benefits of Develop Training’s electrical safety training

• Reduced health and safety risks for employees and others affected by electricity at work.
• Compliance with health and safety legislation, reduces risk of prosecution and/or civil claims.
• Accredited training for all levels from operatives to office-based staff management training programmes, ensuring skilled, competent and compliant workforce.
• Continuous learning approach, with training tailored to the specific needs of individuals to maximise learning and engagement.
• Highest quality training standards, from the course content to the trainers and the learning environment.
• Automation of training management through the Learning & Assessment Portal.
• Instant and ongoing analysis of training needs, progress and effectiveness.

Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification Level 3 (2346)

The Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification is for electricians who have been working in the industry for at least 5 years (not including time spent in full or part-time training) but have not formally completed an industry apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 NVQ qualification.

Experienced Worker Electrical NVQ

Our City & Guilds 2346 Experienced Worker NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification is for electricians who have been working in the industry for at least 5 years (not including time spent in full or part-time training) but have not formally completed an industry apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 NVQ qualification. Find out more about the qualification and how to apply here.

It is suitable for both employed and self-employed persons. The key benefit of this route is that your existing qualifications, skills and experience can count towards the qualification, and you therefore only need to fill in the gaps.

The price starts at £1500pp, and additional qualifications can be added on if required (thus increasing the cost). Course duration is dependent upon learner input, with the onus on the learner to complete the qualification at their own pace. It is expected to take anywhere from 6 months to a maximum of 24 months to complete.

Specialist mechanical training for AP’s, Healthcare and Defence

Develop Training provide a range of mechanical safety courses that replicate the latest methods and practices in mechanical engineering, ideal for Authorising Engineers,

Develop Training provide a range of mechanical safety courses that replicate the latest methods and practices in mechanical engineering, ideal for Authorising Engineers, Authorised Persons, Competent Persons and Mechanical Engineers. Specialist mechanical training is also available for the Defence and Healthcare sectors, meeting the most up to date legislation outlined in the Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) and Joint Service Publication (JSP’s).

Mechanical AP training covers topics relating to boilers and pressure systems, petroleum and mechanical engineer training as well as the wider range of mechanical training courses in boiler house management, FGas and pressure systems.

Multi-skilled mechanical engineers

Develop Training provide options for engineers to gain multiple skills across different disciplines, through conversion based training solutions including electrical to mechanical conversion and mechanical to electrical conversion. Skilling your engineers in this way can help with managing workforce planning to a tight budget.

Understanding pressure systems for compliance

Mechanical services such as pressure systems can cause serious injury and damage if health and safety rules are not followed. Companies risk heavy fines and reputational damage if incidents occur.

It is vital that employers understand their duties and responsibilities, and have the correct systems and procedures in place, to ensure the safety of those operating and maintaining pressure systems and other mechanical services.

Developing competence in-house ensures that safe working policies and written systems of examination can be tailored to your individual equipment and process requirements and any sector-specific regulations, while still meeting professional standards.

Electrical and Mechanical Safe systems of work

We have experience in helping clients create safe systems of work policies, where they are not already in place. In some cases, the successful completion of individual mechanical training units may be used as evidence to support the completion of different award schemes.

Practical, hands on Electrical and Mechanical training

Our safety training is delivered at purpose built mechanical engineer training facilities, based on real life working environments and provide practical, hands on experience on the latest mechanical equipment. This provides learners with the platform to enhance and grow their skills throughout the course of their career. Courses are delivered through our open programme of mechanical safety training courses or on an ‘as required’ basis either at our training centres or on-site at your premises. Simply contact us to find out more.

Many of our mechanical engineer courses can be tailored to your companies own policies and/or safe systems procedures.