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AM2 / AM2S Electrical Installation Assessment (Applied Knowledge)
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Safe Isolation & Health & SafetyYou are here
Master the full safe isolation sequence (prove, isolate, lock off, prove dead, re-prove), GS38 equipment, risk assessment, and the key legislation (EAWR, RIDDOR, PUWER, Work at Height).
Inspection, Testing & Certification
Learn the BS 7671 Part 6 sequence of tests, continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, Ze/Zs, PFC and RCD testing, plus EIC/EICR certification and condition coding.
Fault Diagnosis & BS 7671 Application
Practise systematic fault finding, the half-split technique, cable selection, voltage drop, conductor colours and protective device selection.
Building Regs & Final Review
Cover Part P, special locations and bathroom zones, earthing systems and AFDDs, then complete the 100-question practice bank and review every miss with the AI tutor before your applied-knowledge test.
Can You Take the AM2 Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •AM2: candidates completing the Level 3 NVQ 2357 / 2356 qualification route
- •AM2S: apprentices on the Level 3 Installation & Maintenance Electrician standard (5357)
- •AM2E: experienced workers completing the Experienced Worker Assessment 2346
- •Booked through an approved NET AM2 assessment centre
AM2 Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
4-8 weeks of focused revision alongside practical preparation
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Candidates who do not pass may re-sit the relevant section(s) at an NET-approved centre; per-section re-sit fees apply.
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What You'll Study
7 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Safe Isolation & Risk Assessment
3 sections
Chapter 2: Health & Safety Legislation & Site Working
4 sections
Chapter 3: Inspection, Testing & Certification (Dead Testing)
3 sections
Chapter 4: Inspection, Testing & Certification (Live Testing & Certification)
4 sections
Chapter 5: Fault Diagnosis & Rectification
4 sections
Chapter 6: BS 7671 Application & Cable Selection
4 sections
Chapter 7: Building Regulations & Special Locations
3 sections
AM2 Exam Details
AM2 / AM2S Electrical Installation Assessment (Applied Knowledge)
Administered by NET (National Electrotechnical Training)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official NET (National Electrotechnical Training) content outline
Correct safe isolation sequence, proving dead with a GS38 voltage indicator and proving unit, lock-off, warning notices, risk assessment and the hierarchy of control, plus single-phase, three-phase and distribution-board isolation scenarios
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, HASAWA, RIDDOR reporting, PUWER, Work at Height, manual handling, COSHH/dust, PPE, permits to work and reduced low voltage (110 V CTE) on site
BS 7671 Part 6 sequence of tests, continuity (R1+R2 and ring final), insulation resistance, polarity, Ze/Zs and disconnection times, prospective fault current, RCD testing, EIC/EICR certification and condition coding
Systematic fault-finding method, identifying short circuits, earth faults, high-resistance joints, open circuits and three-phase faults, half-split technique and re-testing after rectification
Cable sizing and correction factors, voltage drop limits, conductor identification colours, wiring systems and containment, CPC and bonding, MCB types and protective device selection
Part P notifiable work and Competent Person Schemes, special locations and bathroom zones, earthing systems (TN-S, TN-C-S/PME, TT), consumer units, AFDDs and underpinning installation theory
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What's Next After the AM2?
After passing the AM2, you can pursue these career paths
UK-CITY-GUILDS-2382
Strengthen your BS 7671 18th Edition regulations knowledge with the City & Guilds 2382-22 award
UK-CITY-GUILDS-2391-52
Build your inspection and testing competence with the City & Guilds 2391-52 award
UK-JIB-ECS-HEALTH-SAFETY
Prepare for the ECS Health, Safety & Environmental assessment required for your ECS card
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