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The Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2) skill test must be taken by apprentices who are nearing the completion of the JIB Apprentice Training Scheme, the Electrical Installation Advanced Apprenticeship and others who wish to use the test to accredit practical experience.

The AM2 is the electrotechnical industry standard assessment for occupational competence.

Those who take the AM2 test are typcially:

- Individuals undertaking an electrotechnical apprenticeship programme of which the AM2 assessment is a mandatory requirement.

- Individuals who must provide evidence that they have met the assessment requirements of:

• NVQ Level 3: Electrical Installation Buidlings & Structures
• NVQ Level 3: Electrical Maintenance
• Or their approved additions/revisions/replacements.

- Individuals who must undergo an 'Initial Assessment' of their current levels of competence.

What is the AM2 Assessment of Occupational Competence?

The AM2 Electrotechnical Assessment of Occupational Competence is designed for individuals who wish to practice either as an electrician or as a maintenance electrician. It demonstrates that they have the level of competence expected by the industry in the following key occupational areas:

• The interpretation of specifications, drawings and diagrams.
• Risk assessments and health & safety.
• Planning and preparing to install, terminate and connect identified wiring systems.
• Safe isolation.
• Installing, terminationg and connecting identified wiring systems.
• Inspection, testing and certification.
• Fault diagnosis and correction of electrical faults.
• The understanding and appliation of industry recognised procedures, working practices and the requiremenrs of statutory and non-statutory regulations.

The Examination

Section A1: Risk Assessment and Safe Isolation (1 hour)
Section A: Composite Installation (8.5 hours)
Section B: Inspection and Testing (3.5 hours)
Section C: Fault Diagnosis (2 hours)
Section D: Assessment of Applied Knowledge (1 hour)

Prior to taking the AM2 Assessment of Occupational Competence candidates will be expected to have carried out a self-assessment exercise to ascertain whether or not they are ready to take the assessment.

All enquiries email: am2@bet.gb.com