The P4 QA Program is an industry driven quality assurance platform for solar PV installers and designers.
The P4 is driven by-industry-for-industry and aims to set a benchmark for the Renewable Energy sector by creating a pathway for skills development, supporting job creation and ensuring quality solar PV designs and installations.
There are 4 Levels. Starting with the most basic information candidates have the opportunity to grow into a solar occupation by starting with skills development at Level C.
Aimed at installers and designers
For installers and designers
Covering Basic Electrical Principles
Most Installers and Designers will start at Level 1 and progress from there. Level 0 is focused on the un-skilled and labour market.
P4 has 3 levels, making provision for new entrants to learn while doing installations and for seasoned individuals to display their level of expertise.
Tests and QA standards are industry driven, costs are kept low to motivate participation and knowledge growth.
Simply look at the framework of what is being tested and ensure you understand the basic principles associated with each category.
Theoretical tests are mainly offered online for ease of use and allows results being made available immediately after having taken the assessments.
Training institutions can get involved by offering training to prepare candidates for the various levels of tests.
EPC’s can get involved by offering opportunities for new contractors to gain experience.
