Individuals who have never had a card

Individuals who have never had an SJIB Grade (ECS) Grade Card (Electricians, Approved Electricians & Technician Electricians)

To find out if you qualify for an SJIB Grade (ECS) Card simply answer the questions and follow the arrows.

Have you completed a recognised Electrical Installations Apprenticeship and do you have the appropriate certificates/documentation?
YES
NO
Are you currently working as an Electrician?
NO
YES
You will need to be employed in the industry and have the support of your employer before you can register as an Adult Trainee. For more information click the link: www.sectt.org.uk
YES
Apply to SECTT for information on the CEC Scheme. For more information go to: www.sectt.org.uk
Can you provide evidence that you have successfully completed the following training:-

ECS Health & Safety Assessment (within the last 30 months) or hold a valid approved equivalent. Click here to see a list of approved equivalents; and either a

Suitably assessed training on the Requirements of IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671) (within the last 5 years); or

EAL Level 3 Diploma in Requirements for Electrical Installation to BS 7671 (code: 500/3484/4) (within the last 5 years); or

EAL Level 3 Award Requirements for Electrical Installation to BS 7671 (code: 600/3719/2) (within the last 5 years); or

Suitably assessed training on the requirements of Inspection & Testing (BS7671)
(within the last 5 years)

NO
For more information on SELECT's courses go to: www.select.org.uk.

Alternatively contact your local college for more information on other recommended courses.

Click here for more information on how to complete the ECS Health and Safety Assessment
Complete and return an Initial Grading Form together with all relevant certificates/documentation, photo etc to the SJIB. Click here for a copy of the Initial Grading form.

(Failure to provide relevant certificates/documentation will result in such qualifications not being included on your card and could result in a delay)

NB: Fees are non-refundable

Please Note: If you meet the criteria listed in the flowchart the SJIB will award you an Electricians SJIB Grade (ECS) Card. No other grade will be allocated to you until you have been graded as an Electrician for at least two years.