Water

This course is aimed at experienced plumbing and heating operatives who require a qualification in the installation, servicing and maintenance of unvented hot water systems from 15 to 500 litres.

Course content: -

• Regulations, standards and guidelines
• Theory of understanding of expansion of hot water
• Principles of HW storage
• Design considerations
• Components and function
• Safety controls, discharge and integration
• Accumulators
• Installation of unvented HW cylinders
• Maintenance and servicing of unvented HW systems
• Health and safety considerations

Entry Qualification

The candidate should be: -

• Experienced in the installation of domestic cold and hot water systems.
• Hold one DCLG recognised competency in a conventional fuel i.e. gas, oil or solid fuel;
• Or for those in the plumbing field an NVQ level 2 or equivalent plumbing qualification or experience.

A basic knowledge of the Water (fittings) regulations is also desirable.

Duration

• Training:    ½ Day
• Assessment:    ½ Day

Note:

Re-Assessment Domestic Core + Appliances costs cover up to 4 Appliances. If further appliances are to be renewed, a charge of £ 80 per appliance will be incurred.

Additional appliances (not previously held) will be charged at £ 145 each.

Registration Fees: In some instances registration fees will not be included.

Current rates: Domestic £65, Non- Domestic £85, Unvented Hot Water £40, LPG £45, OFTEC £45

All prices are subject to Vat @ 20 %

Please note that training is not a pre requisite to assessment

The Course will give an appreciation of the Legionella bacteria, its formation and associated health risks.  It is aimed at those carrying out installation & maintenance of hot & cold water supply systems and those who are responsible for managing the properties. It is based on the legal requirements of meeting the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Approved Code Of Practice (ACOP) guidance note L8, November 2000.  

Course content: -

• General Information for Employers and Owners of Residential Accommodation
• Water Regulations - Commissioning/Cold Water Systems
• Risk Assessment – Hot & Cold water Systems
• Controlling the risks associated with Spa Baths
• Water Treatment and Legionnaires Disease
• Physical Disinfection
• Chemical Disinfection
• Chlorine
• Chlorine Dioxide
• Silver Peroxides

Entry Qualification

No formal qualifications are required for entry to this course.

Duration

• Training:    ½ Day
• Assessment:    ½ Day

Note:

Re-Assessment Domestic Core + Appliances costs cover up to 4 Appliances. If further appliances are to be renewed, a charge of £ 80 per appliance will be incurred.

Additional appliances (not previously held) will be charged at £ 145 each.

Registration Fees: In some instances registration fees will not be included.

Current rates: Domestic £65, Non- Domestic £85, Unvented Hot Water £40, LPG £45, OFTEC £45

All prices are subject to Vat @ 20 %

Please note that training is not a pre requisite to assessment

Water Regulation Advisory Scheme approved course covering the following topics: -

• Interpretation & Definitions
• Materials and Substances
• Requirements, Design and Installation
• Backflow and Contamination Prevention
• Hot & Cold Water Services
• Flushing Devices
• Sanitary Appliances, both internal and external

The course includes a comprehensive guide and workbook and is fully recognised by WRAS as meeting their qualification requirements. A certificate and card will be issued to the successful candidate.

Entry Qualification

No formal qualifications are required for entry to this course.

Duration

• Training:    SELF STUDY
• Assessment:    1 Day

Note:

Re-Assessment Domestic Core + Appliances costs cover up to 4 Appliances. If further appliances are to be renewed, a charge of £ 80 per appliance will be incurred.

Additional appliances (not previously held) will be charged at £ 145 each.

Registration Fees: In some instances registration fees will not be included.

Current rates: Domestic £65, Non- Domestic £85, Unvented Hot Water £40, LPG £45, OFTEC £45

All prices are subject to Vat @ 20 %

Please note that training is not a pre requisite to assessment