FICA CENTRE

FICA (Final Integrated Competency Assessment) is a mandatory requirement for apprentices approaching the end of their apprenticeship training as electricians for the electrical contracting industry and others wishing to accredit their practical experience.

The FICA comprises seven sections undertaken over two days:

A) Assessment of safe working practices

B) Composite installation

C) Inspection and Testing

D) Safe isolation of supplies

E) Fault diagnosis

F) Fault rectification

G) Underpinning knowledge assessment

The sections must be completed within the specified target times. The work must meet the requirements of the current IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and Health and Safety Regulations. Candidates will be permitted to refer to the current edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671), IEE Guidance Note 3 Inspection and Testing and the IEE On Site Guide (OSG) during the tests.

Candidates will work on a standard test unit using drawings, block and circuit diagrams and written instructions.

For further information regarding booking a test place please contact the Centre.

The Tullos facility is an approved test centre licensed by the Electrotechnical Training Organisation (NET).

Tullos Training operates an equal opportunities policy