Licensed Electrical Inspector (LEI) G Class Theory exam-day guide
Licensed Electrical Inspector (LEI) G Class Theory · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original ID in the name used on your registration. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a second piece is required, since acceptance rules vary by jurisdiction and test centre.
Admission or confirmation document
Print or save the appointment confirmation, candidate number, and test-centre address. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is mandatory or a digital copy is acceptable.
Approved non-programmable calculator
Confirm with the provider which calculator models are permitted and whether the test centre supplies one. Do not assume a programmable or graphing model is allowed.
Reference material policy check
Ask the provider in advance whether any code book, formula sheet, or standards extract is supplied on screen or at the desk, and whether personal copies are prohibited. Do not bring your own references unless explicitly permitted.
Writing materials
Bring pencils or pens and scratch paper only if the provider allows them; many centres supply and collect these. Confirm with the provider so you are not turned away at the door for prohibited items.
Personal items plan
Plan where your phone, watch, bag, and outerwear will go. Most centres require phones to be switched off and stored away from the desk; confirm with the provider whether lockers are available.
Route and arrival time
Reconfirm the test-centre location and required arrival time at least 24 hours ahead. Plan to arrive early enough to complete check-in and security screening without stress.
Medical and access accommodations
If you need extra time, a separate room, medication access, or other accommodation, confirm with the provider that approval is already on file and what documentation to bring. Do not assume it will be arranged on the day.
Break and refreshment policy
Confirm with the provider whether scheduled or unscheduled breaks are allowed, whether the test clock stops during breaks, and whether water or snacks may be brought into the room.
Rest and logistics the night before
Arrange transport, a quiet place to sleep, and a light meal. Avoid last-minute cramming of unfamiliar material; review only summaries and worked examples you already understand.
Scoring and results expectations
Confirm with the provider the pass mark, whether results are given immediately or later, and how and when you will receive them. Do not rely on informal reports of the pass mark.
needs_review: exact prohibited-items list
The specific list of banned items varies by provider and centre. Confirm with the provider rather than relying on this guide.
Plan the day
Shift from learning new material to consolidating what you know. Review your own summary sheets, formulas, and worked calculation methods, and re-read the sections of the applicable code or standard you are least confident about. Confirm your appointment, ID, calculator, and accommodation status with the provider. Protect sleep and avoid all-night study, which reliably harms calculation accuracy and careful reading.
Do at least one timed practice set that mirrors the real format, including the question style and any permitted reference use. Practise reading each question twice and identifying the key constraint before calculating. Review errors by cause (misread, formula, unit conversion, code clause) rather than just re-reading the answer.
Pack your ID, confirmation, approved calculator, and any permitted items in one place. Reconfirm the start time, address, and travel route, including parking or public transport. Do a light review of high-level summaries only, then stop. Eat a normal meal, set two alarms, and aim for a full night's sleep.
Eat a normal breakfast and limit caffeine to your usual amount. Arrive at the centre with time to spare for check-in and security. Leave phones and other devices stored as instructed. If a delay or problem occurs, contact the provider immediately and ask what options exist rather than assuming you will be admitted late.
Read the instructions and note the number of questions, time allowed, and how to flag or skip questions. Work steadily and answer the questions you know first. For calculation items, write the given values, identify the required quantity, check units, and only then compute. Mark uncertain items and move on rather than burning time.
Return to flagged questions and apply elimination. For code or standards items, look for the governing clause and watch for qualifiers such as 'minimum', 'shall', and 'under normal conditions'. Recheck unit conversions and order of operations. Change an answer only when you find a concrete reason, not from doubt alone.
Confirm every question has an answer if there is no penalty for guessing; confirm with the provider whether unanswered items are scored as wrong. Check that your name and candidate details are correct, submit as instructed, and collect any belongings and documentation the centre returns to you.
Rules to check
Bring the original government-issued photo ID matching your registration name. If your ID is expired, damaged, or in a different name, contact the provider before test day; do not assume an alternative will be accepted at the door.
Follow all check-in and security instructions, including any bag search, electronic device storage, and identity verification. Refusal to comply may result in denied admission, so confirm with the provider in advance if you have concerns.
Keep phones, smart watches, and other devices switched off and stored as directed for the whole session. Do not access any unauthorised material or another person's work; misconduct can lead to invalidation of your result.
Use only the calculator, reference material, and writing supplies the provider permits. Confirm with the provider what is supplied on screen or at the desk and what is prohibited before you travel to the centre.
Ask the invigilator or proctor for permission before leaving your seat for a break, medication, or the washroom, and confirm with the provider whether the test clock continues during such absences.
If you believe a question is defective, or you experience a technical or environmental problem, raise it with the invigilator immediately and follow the provider's reporting process. Do not attempt to resolve it yourself.
Follow the provider's stated rules on arriving late, rescheduling, and withdrawals. These policies differ between providers and jurisdictions, so confirm them in writing rather than relying on this guide.
Scoring, the pass mark, and the timing of results are set by the provider. Confirm these details directly and keep the result documentation you receive for your records.