Registered Electrical Workers

Who should attend

This course is for:

• Electricians.
• Electrical Engineers.
• Electrical Installers.
• Electrical Service Technicians (EST).
• Associated Trades persons (Plumbers and Gas fitters).
• Associated Trades persons (Licensed Building Practitioners)
• Electrical Appliance Service persons (EAS).
• Electrical Inspectors (Can only be trained and tested by another Electrical Inspector).
• Limited Certificate Holders (applies to Overseas Applicants trying to obtain their NZ registration). See Note 1.
• Trainee Limited Certificate Holder Apprentices. See Note 1.

Note 1: For these classifications only, Site Safe recommends that learners complete the REW course within the three months leading up to attaining their registration. This is to ensure their competency course is current when they seek registration.

None of our courses are relevant for Distribution/Transmission/Line Mechanics, Cable Jointers or substation maintainers for those needing competency renewal of the following endorsements – Mains Parallel Generation systems, Medical Cardiac Protected Areas, Hazardous Areas, or Mining Operations.

Endorsements

Learners who need to renew their supervision endorsement can attend this course.

Learners who hold other endorsements (Mains parallel generation systems, Medical cardiac protected areas, Hazardous areas or mining operations) cannot attend this course. Please contact EWRB directly for further information.

Download the Registered Electrical Workers Flowchart to ensure you meet the course requirements.

What you'll learn

This qualified electrical worker training course helps learners maintain electrical competency, meet EWRB requirements, and strengthen health and safety knowledge. On successful completion of the course, learners will be able to do the following:

Electrical Competence

• Identify the electrical work requirements according to AS/NZS 3000.
• Identify requirements for conducting electrical supervision.
• Identify requirements in the installation, operation, and testing of residual current devices.
• Identify requirements in the use of Multiple Earth Neutral (MEN) systems.
• Identify the Code of Compliance and Certification of Verification requirements on electrical work.
• Demonstrate safe testing of appliances according to AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3760 and the Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010.

Health and Safety

• Identify the behaviours and actions that contribute to a positive health and safety culture in the workplace.

First Aid/CPR

• Demonstrate techniques to administer First Aid and CPR using first aid equipment, in accordance with the material published by either the New Zealand Red Cross or St John New Zealand.

What you'll get

On completion of the course requirements, you’ll receive:

• A Site Safety Card, valid for 2 years. Most major New Zealand contractors require workers to have a valid Site Safety Card before entering a construction site.
• A course workbook detailing the electrical competence training.
• 8 Licensed Building Practitioner points.
• 4 credits towards our Health and Safety in Construction certificate programme.
• Access to your course completion information in the EWRB portal within 5 days of us receiving the course documentation.
• An Electrical Worker's First Aid Refresher certificate.
• A downloadable and printable e-certificate.

Next learning steps

You'll need to complete this course every 2 years to keep your Site Safety Card current. Regular participation in qualified electrical worker training helps maintain competency and meet ongoing industry requirements. Completing this course supports REW renewal requirements and helps maintain your Site Safety Card and EWRB competency obligations.

Site Safe offers a range of learning pathways across foundation, intermediate, technical and leadership levels, helping workers continue developing their health and safety capability over time.

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Language, Cancellations, Refunds

If English is your second language

To complete this course, you need to be able to read and understand English.

Other courses, languages and regions are available on request.

Contact us to find out more

If you miss the course

If you don't attend a course you're signed up for, we will notify the person who purchased the course. They will not be entitled to a refund.

Cancellations and refunds

You may cancel or amend a booking up to 5 working days before the course start date. Cancellations made before this time are eligible for a 12‑month account credit or a refund (for you or your employer, if they paid).

• Download the Refund Request Form

Within 5 working days of the course start date, bookings may be transferred to another person from the same company. Refunds are not available for cancellations made during this period.

FAQ's

View our Frequently Asked Questions.

Do I need this training to renew my registration?

Yes. Ongoing training is required to meet EWRB expectations and maintain registration.

Can I complete qualified electrical worker training online?

No. This course is currently delivered in a classroom environment.

Do I need to redo full training every time?

Yes. You will need to do the course again to renew.

Is this only for large companies?

No. It applies to individual electricians and businesses of all sizes.

How long does the training take?

It will take 8 hours.

What happens if my registration expires?

You may not be able to legally carry out electrical work until your requirements are met, so early renewal is recommended.

Why Choose Site Safe?

• Established in 1999
• Industry-backed and not-for-profit
• One of New Zealand’s largest health and safety training providers
• Supporting around 78,000 learners each year
• Around 50% of training delivered online
• Over 24 courses across multiple levels
• Trusted across construction and related industries

Site Safe delivers qualified electrical worker training designed by industry, for industry, helping registered electrical workers maintain competency and meet ongoing requirements.