The Department of Examinations is entrusted to hold examinations for the issue of Authorisation Licences ‘A’ and ‘B’ for Carrying out Installation, Alteration, Extension and Certification of Electrical Installations according to S.L. 545.24.
Notice regarding new syllabus & examinations
The Board of Local Public Examinations and the Registrar of Examinations would like to inform candidates sitting for the Authorization A and B examinations that, with effect from January 2023 a new syllabus has been introduced. Prospective candidates for these examinations are strongly advised to consult the syllabi and other material below.
The Board of Local Public Examinations and the Director of Examinations notify that the examinations for Electrical Theory and Electrical Installation Technology will be held as follows:
Syllabus valid from January 2023 Authorisation A
Syllabus valid from January 2023 Authorisation B
Click here for the old syllabi and past papers applicable prior to January 2023.
Authorisation ‘A’ Sample Paper 1
Authorisation ‘A’ Sample Paper 2
Authorisation ‘B’ Sample Paper 1
Authorisation ‘B’ Sample Paper 2
July 2023 Past Papers
February 2023 Past Papers
For more information, please consult the REWS website.
The conditions required to sit for any of these local licences are as follows:
This examination is held twice a year during the months of January/February and July. There are two Authorisation types:
A candidate sitting for Authorisation A or Authorisation B must obtain a pass mark in both papers. S/he will also be required to sit for the Practical Test /Interview. A candidate must obtain a pass in the Practical Test/Interview to be successful.
An applicant who has qualified in the written papers but failed in the Practical Test/Interview needs not to resit for the written papers as long as the Practical Test/Interview is taken within a period not exceeding two (2) years from the Written Test.
A copy of the syllabus of these examinations is available online (see above).
Successful candidates will be issued with the relative licence on the attainment of their eighteenth birthday and on having completed one year’s experience in electrical installation work for Licence A and two years for Licence B. The issuing of such licences will be done by REWS subject to the candidates satisfying all requirements.
The notice publicising the above examination is normally published in the Government Gazette during the months of April (for the July session) and November (for the January/February session).
Notice regarding the Practical Test and Interview for the New Syllabus Examinations
A candidate who has attained a pass in both Paper I and Paper II of the respective Licence is required to sit for the Practical and Interview Test. The practical test carries a total weight of 70% while the interview has a total weight of 30%. The examination will be one-hour long, inclusive of 15 minutes preparation time and 45 mins for the practical test and the interview. Candidates will need to obtain a global mark of at least 50% to pass.
The practical part of this Test will be based on the syllabus (see link above). The test will be comprised of a hands-on practical session applying the concepts of the Electrical Installations Regulations through use of different equipment/instruments.
Further details:
Candidates are required to have proper training, experience, and knowledge of safety protocols to minimize the risk of injury or damage. It is important to stress the practical application of knowledge in safe work practices and adherence to IET regulations throughout the examination process. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in safe electrical installation practices, identification and use of electrical tools, equipment and materials, and the ability to diagnose and repair faults.
Candidates undertaking such an examination need to have the necessary technical knowledge and relevant practical skills to conduct electrical installation work safely in alignment with national safety standards, regulations and code of practice. The practical examination will gauge the candidates’ competence to work effectively and safely in a high-risk environment. The Practical Test puts emphasis on the candidates’ experience and application of theoretical knowledge to authentic real-life situations in adherence with Health and Safety Standards and Regulations relevant to Electrical Installation.
Candidates will be requested to use the electrical installation boards specifically designed for this Practical Test, and other testing equipment to conduct electrical installation work. Candidates will be provided clear and concise instructions and guidelines before starting the Practical Test. During this practical session, the examiners will ask candidates questions related to the equipment, legislation and regulations based on the IET Wiring Regulations, the practical test assigned and their practical experience. It is important that candidates and their mentors also refer to the Electrical Installations Regulations, Subsidiary Legislation 545.24 as referred to above, while preparing for the Practical Test.
A range of situations and exercises may be presented to test the candidates’ ability to work safely and efficiently under various conditions. This may include working with a single-phase voltage supply (230 V, 50 Hz) in the case of Authorisation Licence A and a three-phase voltage supply (415 V, 50 Hz) in the case of Authorisation Licence B. The candidate must demonstrate awareness of the potential hazards when working with electrical equipment, as well as an understanding of safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents/injuries.
During the practical session the candidate will be asked questions related to the IET Regulations, the electrical installation board being inspected or built, and the correct use of tools and testing equipment.
The following gives a broad idea of the practical test for both Licence A and Licence B:
• wiring a circuit
• troubleshooting/fault finding of circuits and electrical equipment
• electrical installation circuits
• use of testing instruments such as voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, insulation tester and earth fault loop impedance
• use of the proper tools.
Success in the practical examination will depend on the candidate’s ability to demonstrate a strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures, as well as a thorough knowledge of electrical installation techniques in domestic and industrial settings, depending on the Authorisation Licence being applied for. In this regard, it is recommended that candidates thoroughly review and familiarize themselves with safety guidelines and procedures for electrical installation work, and that they seek out additional training and guidance as needed.
Address:
Department of Examinations
Pinto Business Centre, Level 2
Mill Street,
Qormi QRM3104
Tel: 153 (Freephone)
Email: myexams@gov.mt
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