DISQ is a 5 day course which is designed for experienced electrical installers who would like to attain a formal Part P

qualification.

Course Objective

In order for electrical installers to self-certify that their domestic electrical installation work in England and Wales is compliant with the Building Regulations, they must be registered with a competent person scheme, such as the NICEIC Domestic Installer Scheme. All applications to the NICEIC Domestic Installer Scheme must meet a number of requirements, in particular be able to demonstrate they have the ability to install, inspect, test and certify their work in accordance with BS7671, and to comply with the relevant Building Regulations.

The DISQ is a 5-day programme comprising of training and assessment, to meet all the needs of the competent person scheme. The emphasis of the qualification is on understanding regulations, standards and terminology, and having the ability to identify unsafe electrical situations and perform electrical test procedures. Knowledge and appreciation of the relevant requirements of other appropriate Building Regulations is also covered during the course.

Approach to the Course and Assessment

If you are currently an experienced installer and you undertake a wide range of electrical installation work (for example, you

do ‘new builds’ or rewires) you should attend the 4 day training course and then undergo the full scheme (Level A)

assessment.

If you are currently an experienced installer and you undertake a limited amount of electrical work associated with non

electrical trades (e.g. you install bathrooms or kitchens) you should attend the 4 day training course and then undergo the

defined-scope scheme (Level B) assessment.  Level B is for those who may add an extra circuit.

Successful completion of the course and appropriate assessment will suitably prepare delegates to undergo site inspection

under the NICEIC Domestic Installer Scheme.

Duration

Five Working Days Equivalent (includes one day assessment). The first four days are dedicated to the theoretical and

practical modules, with the fifth day allocated to the assessment.

Course Content

1. •Applicable Building Regulations
   

2. •Checking the correct and safe operation of installed electrical components
   

3. •Electrical Safety legislation, regulations, standards and terminology
   

4. •Recording of electrical test results and completion of certification
   

5. •Pre-work survey/inspection Installing and/or rerouting cables
   

6. •Safe isolation procedures
   

7. •Special Locations
   

8. •Identification of unsafe electrical situations
   

9. •New circuit requirements
   

10. •Earthing and bonding requirements
    

11. •Lighting installations
    

12. •Electrical test procedures
    

13. •Maintenance
    

14. •Cable and component selection
    

15. •Supplies
    

16. •Installation and replacement of electrical components
    

Entry Requirements

This course is specifically designed for experienced installers, currently carrying out electrical work in dwellings, who have

no formal electrical qualifications or training.

Certification

This is an NICEIC Accredited Course.  Delegates will receive a Domestic Installer Scheme Qualification Certificate following

successful completion of the assessments for all the competencies.