What Is NAPIT?
NAPIT stands for the National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers.
It’s a UK government-approved registration scheme for electricians and other trades.
RW Currion Electrical is NAPIT registered, working across Banbury, Adderbury and surrounding Oxfordshire villages.
If you’ve come across the term “NAPIT registered” and wondered what it actually means — here’s a clear, straightforward explanation.
What Does NAPIT Registered Mean?
Being NAPIT registered means an electrician has been assessed and approved to carry out electrical work safely and in line with current regulations.
It’s not a one-off — registration is ongoing and must be maintained.
It also means certain types of electrical work can be signed off under Part P of the Building Regulations, so there’s no need to involve local building control separately.
You can find out more about Part P and what it covers on our Part P page.
What Do NAPIT Actually Check?
To become and remain NAPIT registered, electricians must:
• Prove they are competent and qualified
• Follow the current Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• Carry out testing and certification correctly
• Keep proper records and paperwork
Each year, NAPIT carry out an assessment.
This includes:
• Visiting real jobs that have been completed
• Checking the installation work
• Reviewing certificates and paperwork
• Making sure everything meets current standards
Digital ID Card and Certificate of Compliance
As a NAPIT registered electrician, I’m issued with:
• A digital NAPIT ID card
• A yearly Certificate of Compliance
These confirm that registration is current and that work is being carried out under an approved scheme.
What It Means for You as a Customer
Choosing a NAPIT registered electrician means:
• Work is carried out to recognised safety standards
• Installations are properly tested and certified
• Work is independently assessed — not just self-certified
• You have confidence the job is being done correctly
Why It Matters for Electrical Work
Electrical work isn’t something to take risks with.
Using a registered electrician helps ensure:
• Your home is safe
• Work complies with Part P of the Building Regulations
• Certificates are issued where required
• Problems are identified and dealt with properly
This is especially important for:
• Consumer unit upgrades
• EICRs (Electrical Installation Condition Reports)
• EV charger installations
• Rewires and alterations
NAPIT Registered Electrician in Banbury
RW Currion Electrical is a NAPIT registered electrician based near Banbury, covering Adderbury and surrounding Oxfordshire villages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NAPIT a legal requirement?
No, electricians don’t legally have to be NAPIT registered. However, they must be competent to carry out electrical work safely and comply with current regulations.
Being NAPIT registered shows the electrician has been independently assessed and meets recognised standards.
Is NAPIT better than other schemes?
NAPIT is one of several government-approved schemes in the UK.
The important thing is that the electrician is properly registered and regularly assessed — not which scheme they belong to.
Can a NAPIT electrician certify their own work?
Yes. A NAPIT registered electrician can test, certify and, where required, notify electrical work under Part P of the Building Regulations.
This means you don’t need to arrange building control separately.
Can a NAPIT Electrician Certify Someone Else’s Work?
In most cases, no — an electrician will not simply certify work carried out by someone else.
To issue a certificate, the electrician needs to have designed, installed, or fully inspected and tested the work themselves.
In some situations, an electrician may be able to carry out a full inspection and test (such as an EICR), but this is not the same as certifying the original installation.
If electrical work hasn’t been carried out correctly or can’t be verified, remedial work may be needed before it can be signed off.
Do I need a NAPIT electrician for all electrical work?
Not all electrical work legally requires a registered electrician, but it’s strongly recommended for anything beyond very basic tasks.
For work like consumer unit upgrades, EV chargers, rewires or landlord safety checks, using a registered electrician is the safest option.
Why Choose RW Currion Electrical For Your Electrical Work?
• Fully qualified and insured
• Clear explanations — no jargon
• Work completed to the latest BS 7671 standards
• Safety-first approach to protect your home, family and electronics
• All work fully tested, certified and emailed for your records
Honest, straightforward advice on any electrical work required.
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