Notice re BS7671 Amendment 2
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The AM2 should be taken by electrotechnical apprentices who are training against the Apprenticeship Framework, those undertaking the JIB Mature Candidate Assessment and those following the Level 3 NVQ who are not apprentices.
Apprentices who are enrolled onto the Apprenticeship Standard should undertake the AM2S assessment.
The AM2 Assessment is broken down into the sections below. During some of the practical sections, you’ll be watched by the assessor. This can seem intimidating, so try to practice beforehand with a colleague watching you to get used to it.
We’ve shown the length of time allocated to complete each section but you’ll be given additional time to read the instructions and prepare before starting the test.
This is just an overview, so if you are close to taking your AM2 Assessment and want more detail, select a heading below for a step by step guide to each section.
The best way to prepare for the AM2 is to use the resources available on the NET website:
A note about AM2 Prep Courses: NET and its licensed centres do not support, endorse or recommend any AM2 or AM2S prep courses. Providing you have been able to complete your Checklist with confidence that you have the skills and knowledge needed for each area of the assessment, the resources provided above will be sufficient for you to prepare.
Maximum Time Allowed: 45 Minutes
You will be allowed a minimum of 10 minutes to read this section and prepare for assessment.
To demonstrate your occupational competence, you’ll carry out the correct sequence for safe isolation of a distribution board to allow you to safely complete an installation.
This section will be fully observed by the Centre Assessor. This is the only way that they can see what you are doing. It can seem intimidating at first, so try and practice with a colleague watching you carry out some tasks on-site.
This is very important as if this is not done correctly on site it could result in someone getting an electric shock and, in the worst-case, death.
This is a careful examination of the risks associated with both working practices and candidate and centre staff activities.
The aim is to make sure that no one becomes ill or gets hurt at the facility. There are three steps to achieve this:
1. Identify the Hazards
Look at what may cause harm to candidates, centre staff, or other people, because of a work activity.
2. Decide Who Might be Harmed and How
Look at who may be affected by the work activity, how they may be affected; this may include other candidates and centre staff.
3. Evaluate the Risks and Decide on Precautions
If you find a hazard, there may be a risk to other people; you need to decide what steps must be taken to eliminate or reduce those risks as far as is reasonably practical. Bear in mind:
You also need to carry out a review of safe working practices and undertake a risk assessment in accordance with organisational requirements and procedures prior to commencing the Composite Installation. Record your findings on the relevant documentation.
Maximum Time Allowed: 8 Hours 30 Minutes
You will be allowed a minimum of 15 minutes to read this section and prepare for assessment
To demonstrate your occupational competence, you will be asked to:
You’ll work across the following sub-sections:
To complete this section of the assessment you must demonstrate occupational competence in accordance with statutory and non-statutory regulations and approved industry working practices.
You need to make sure that you follow all of the instructions given in the candidates’ handbook and drawings.
Maximum Time Allowed: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
You will be allowed a minimum of 20 minutes to read this section and prepare for assessment
This section will be observed by the Centre Assessor.
You will be provided with the following documentation for use throughout the section:
To demonstrate occupational competence, you’ll carry out a visual inspection of your installation and complete the following tests:
You also need to correctly complete an Electrical Installation Certificate, Schedule of Inspections and Schedule of Test Results using the documentation provided.
You’ll be expected to follow practices and procedures that consider the presence of voltage sensitive equipment.
During and within the time allowed for this section, you may correct any part of your installation that you decide is incorrect or not complete.
Maximum Time Allowed: 30 Minutes
You will be allowed a minimum of 5 minutes to read this section and prepare for assessment
The safe isolation procedure will be observed by the Centre Assessor.
To demonstrate occupational competence, you will carry out safe isolation in the correct sequence to allow for the following tasks:
Note: for tasks 1 & 2 all other circuits must remain energised.
Maximum Time Allowed: 2 Hours
You will be allowed a minimum of 5 minutes to read this section and prepare for assessment
To demonstrate occupational competence, you will identify the fault in each circuit from the information provided by the Centre Assessor.
You must state and record:
Maximum Time Allowed: 1 Hour
You will be allowed a minimum of 5 minutes to read this section and prepare for assessment
You will complete an on-line assessment consisting of 30 multiple-choice questions.
You’ll be assessed on your application of knowledge associated with the following:
You will be provided with the following publications:
You are not allowed any other documentation.
Take a look below for more information on Assessment Fees, Re-Sits, How to Book and Mandatory Evidence. You can also visit our FAQs section for specific advice on numerous areas.
Assessment Fee
The recommended price for the AM2 assessment until 31 March 2023 is £765.
Re-sits from April 2021
Please read our information on Section A re-sits from 01 April 2021 for background information if necessary.
The recommended prices for re-sits until 31 March 2023 are:
Section | Re-sit fee 01/04/22 – 31/03/2023 | |
A1, C, E | £150 | |
B, D | £210 | |
Sections A2-A6 | 1 section – £195 2 sections – £310 3 sections – £375 4 sections – £455 5 sections – £505 |
Please note: Prices are reviewed annually. Re-sit charges for each section take account of the additional resource for centres in scheduling ad hoc activity rather than entire assessments. If a candidate needs to re-sit multiple sections, the charge must not exceed the maximum recommended price for AM2 or AM2S.
Training providers who wish to book an AM2 assessment on behalf of a candidate should contact their chosen NET assessment centre in the first instance.
Gateway requirements from 01 Sept 2022
Current requirements:
All applications for AM2, including apprentices on an apprenticeship framework, must include evidence of enrolment on or achievement of a relevant Level 3 technical and/or competence-based qualification (for example, C&G 2357, EAL 1605, JIB Mature Candidate Assessment).
This evidence should take the form of a screenshot showing the candidate’s details and enrolment number from Walled Garden for City & Guilds, or the Learner History document from EAL. Alternatively, a certificate or certificate of unit credit from the accepted qualifications from the Awarding Organisation will be accepted.
Download a full list of acceptable certificates.
Evidence of alternative or historical qualifications will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
Candidates without the relevant technical qualifications who are working as practising electricians should be referred to the Experienced Worker Assessment which provides a route for recognising their knowledge and experience.
Please also read our article Section A re-sits from 01 April 2021.
The number of re-sits that can be taken by an apprentice/candidate will be at the discretion of their employer.
NET would require an apprentice/candidate action plan to be submitted after 3 re-sits, outlining any training to be carried out.
NET may restrict re-sit approval if verifiable training has not been completed and may contact the Training Provider, employer or candidate for confirmation. NET has the right to block candidates if suitable training has not taken place or there have been an excessive number of re-sits.
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