Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS)

BPEC has developed this course in conjunction with MCS. The course is specifically aimed at existing practicing electricians, electrical technicians, and engineers with experience of electrical installations, and associated inspection and testing and giving them the necessary training to upskill their existing skills to install EESS.

Learners must be competent electricians and hold one of the qualifications listed below and BS 7671: 2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition) qualification

1. Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) (2357)
2. Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance)(2357)
3. Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (5357)
4. Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services Experienced Worker (2356)
5. Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services – Electrical Installation (Building and Structures)
6. Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification.(2346)
7. Level 3 Electrotechnical in Dwellings
8. EAL Building Services Engineering (Level 3) – Electrotechnical Installation
9. Equivalent historical qualifications. See EAS Table 4B/4C, and the EAS Qualifications Guide 
10.  ECS Gold Card (for domestic electrician), JIB Electrician (Not PAT tester only) or Approved Electrician Card

• Other Awarding Organisations equivalences will also be acceptable
• For learners in Scotland:
  • Any of the above or
  • SVQ in Electrical Installation at SCQF level 7 and up to date BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations

The course material has been designed to meet the requirements of dedicated electrical energy storage systems (EESS) in accordance with the IET Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems and the MCS Battery Standard MIS 3012.

The installation of these EESS is work that can be carried out by competent, qualified operatives holding appropriate pre-requisite qualifications and the aim of the training course is to ensure individuals have the knowledge and required skills to carry out this work.

Certificates are normally valid for 5 years.

Assessments consist of a combination of practical and theory examinations.

The programme is structured to be completed in: 2 days

However, and where possible, it is advised that candidates have access to the training manuals prior to attending the courses.

This course and assessment is not regulated by OFQUAL.

The course and manual cover:

Section 1 – Introduction to Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) (battery storage)

Section 2 – Legislation, Standards, and Industry guidance

Section 3 – Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS)

Section 4 – Preparation for Design and Installation

Section 5 – Design and Installation

• Exercises (example of MGD-003 method)

Section 6 – Initial Verification Methods Relevant to EESS)

Section 7 – Handover and DNO Notification

Appendix A – References & Related Documents

Appendix B – Abbreviations & Specialist Terms

Appendix C – Answers to Exercises in Section 5