ECS Health and Safety Course – SPA Core Day with MJ Electrical Training

What is the ECS Health & Safety Requirement?

At MJ Electrical Training, we specialise in helping those new to the industry, as well as those progressing their careers, to meet their card and qualification needs quickly and professionally. And with our extensive experience in the electrical trade, we know exactly what our candidates need to succeed.

To obtain an ECS card, you must demonstrate that you understand and can apply core health and safety principles relevant to the construction and electrical trades. This ensures that all ECS cardholders meet a recognised standard of on-site safety awareness, reducing risks and promoting a safe working environment.

Candidates typically meet this requirement by completing the ECS Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Assessment. However, several ECS-approved health and safety qualifications provide an exemption from this test — the SPA Health & Safety Core Day is one of them, and in our view, the best-suited to those in or entering the electrical industry.

Why Choose the SPA Health & Safety Core Day?

The SPA Health & Safety Core Day, delivered by MJ Electrical Training, is not just an approved route — it’s the preferred option for many electricians and those starting their careers in the trade. Here’s why:

• One-day course – efficient and convenient with minimal time off site.

• Delivered by qualified electricians – ensuring real-world relevance and trade-specific insight.

• ECS recognition – no ECS HSE test required after successful completion.

• Tailored to the electrical industry – not a generic construction course.

• Friendly, experienced instruction – helping candidates feel confident and prepared.

Our training isn’t just about ticking a box. It’s about building a strong foundation of health and safety knowledge with examples and scenarios relevant to real electrical work. From hazard awareness to working at height, the course is designed to equip candidates with the confidence and knowledge to work safely from day one.

What Other ECS-Approved Health & Safety Courses Are There?

While the SPA Core Day is a fantastic choice, it’s worth knowing the other ECS-approved routes that also negate the need for the ECS Health, Safety & Environmental Assessment. These include:

• Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment qualification (e.g. City & Guilds, EAL, BPEC)

• CCNSG Safety Passport – National Course or Renewal Course

• CITB Health and Safety Awareness (Site Safety Plus) – available in-person and online

• COSAC Safe2Site – Level 1 in Construction Environments

• SPA Core Health & Safety Course – the course we deliver at MJ Electrical Training

Each of these courses is approved by ECS and provides a route to applying for an ECS card without needing to sit the ECS test. However, not all of them are created equal when it comes to the needs of those in the electrical trade.

Why the SPA Core Day Stands Out

Many health and safety courses are written for a broad audience — generic construction roles, general site operatives, or industrial settings. While they are valid, they may not offer the targeted learning experience that electricians and electrical trainees benefit from.

The SPA Health & Safety Core Day at MJ Electrical Training is built around the needs of electrical professionals:

• We use real-world examples from electrical work to explain safety principles.

• Our instructors are qualified electricians who understand the daily challenges of the trade.

• The course content is structured to prepare candidates for long-term success in the industry.

This isn’t just another safety course — it’s a launchpad for your ECS journey, providing you with both practical understanding and recognised certification.

Why Choose MJ Electrical Training?

We take pride in offering accessible, high-quality training across the UK. At MJ Electrical Training, we:

• Deliver training that is electrical trade-specific, not generic.

• Provide supportive, expert-led sessions that are easy to follow.

• Help candidates through the ECS card application process step-by-step.

• Offer regular course dates and convenient locations.

We’re committed to keeping the process simple, so you can focus on getting qualified and progressing your career.

How to Book

We run the SPA Health & Safety Core Day regularly at venues across the UK. To check upcoming dates and book your place, visit our website or get in touch directly.

Our course fills up fast — especially with candidates who want to bypass the ECS test while still receiving a fully recognised and respected qualification.

Final Thoughts

If you’re working toward your ECS card, the SPA Health & Safety Core Day with MJ Electrical Training is your best option. It’s fast, approved, practical, and designed specifically for electricians and aspiring electrical workers.

Avoid the extra test, gain essential safety knowledge, and get your ECS card sorted — all in a single day.

Book your place today and take the next step in your electrical career with confidence.