18th Edition City & Guilds 2382-26 (BS 7671:2018 + Amendment 4: 2026 *BOOK INCLUDED*)
If you're a practising electrician, or someone interested in upskilling their knowledge in requirements for electrical installations this course will enhance your understanding in this key area of Electrical Safety.
Description
Group bookings are available and can be tailored to your needs. Courses may be delivered onsite, virtually, in person, or on campus. To arrange a private course, you can register your interest Register interest in a private course
This course provides comprehensive coverage of BS 7671:2018 + Amendment 4 (2026), giving candidates the essential knowledge and certification required to remain compliant with current UK electrical safety standards.
Amendment 4, released in April 2026, is now live and introduces significant technical changes affecting modern electrical installations. Anyone responsible for the design, installation, inspection or testing of electrical systems must understand and apply these updates to remain compliant and reduce professional and organisational risk.
Successful completion of this course enables candidates to confidently apply the latest regulations in practice and meet employer, client and regulatory expectations.
Format:
- 3 Days of expert-led classroom instruction
- Exam on Day 4 (final session 09.30am) dedicated to a 2-hour, 60-question OPEN BOOK multiple choice exam
Content
The course covers the full scope of the Wiring Regulations, with particular emphasis on the new and revised 2026 requirements, including:
- Scope, object and fundamental principles
- Definitions
- Assessment of general characteristics
- Protection for safety
- Selection and erection of equipment
- Inspection and testing
- Special installations or locations
- Functional requirements
New and revised sections introduced by Amendment 4:
- Stationary Secondary Batteries
- Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- ICT Earthing
- Major revision to Section 710 – Medical Locations
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These regulations are recognised by the British Standards Institute as a British Standard (BS7671).
There is an open-book online examination based on the entire BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 manual and incorporates all changes from previous editions.
Group bookings can be tailored to your company's needs and delivered on-campus or at your premises.
Demand is high following the April 2026 release of Amendment 4.
Places are limited and courses regularly fill in advance.
Early booking is strongly recommended.
Entry Requirements
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Candidates must be aged 18 or over to qualify for this course.
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There are no formal entry requirements although candidates will require a basic knowledge of electrical installation and principles.