BPEC PLUMBING GAS INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

Intro to the course:

Core units include: 

• gas safety legislation 
• gas emergency actions and procedures
• characteristics of combustion 
• ventilation Installation of pipework and fittings 
• tightness testing and purging of domestic sized 
• NG installations 
• checking and/or setting meter regulators Identification of unsafe situations and use of emergency notices of warning labels 
• the operation of and positioning of emergency isolation controls and valves 
• checking and setting of appliance burner burner pressures and gas rates 
• the operation and checking of appliance gas safety devices and controls 
• flueing standards 
• flue testing Installation of open, balanced and fan assisted flue assemblies 
• re-establish existing gas supply and relight appliances 
• additional appliances can include boilers, fires, cookers and water heaters 

During the course candidates will be required to carry out on the job training to build up a portfolio of evidence with a Gas Safe registered company.

Who is the course for?

This course is for candidates wishing to follow a career in the gas industry.

What will I study?

• gas safety legislation 
• gas emergency actions and procedures 
• characteristics of combustion 
• ventilation Installation of pipework and fittings 
• tightness testing and purging of domestic sized 
• NG installations 
• checking and/or setting meter regulators 
• identification of unsafe situations and use of emergency notices of warning labels 
• the operation of and positioning of emergency isolation controls and valves 
• checking and setting of appliance burner burner pressures and gas rates 
• the operation and checking of appliance gas safety devices and controls 
• flueing standards 
• flue testing Installation of open, balanced and fan assisted flue assemblies 
• re-establish existing gas supply and relight appliances 
• additional appliances can include boilers, fires, cookers and water heaters

Next Step Course Options

• Gas ACS Certification
• Water byelaws
• Unvented domestic hot water
• Renewables

How will I be assessed?

Assessment of this award will be ongoing through a combination of practical work and knowledge assessments.

Why should I choose this course?

There are many opportunities in the building service sector for those who are enthusiastic and appropriately trained. The ability to problem solve, work as a team and install, maintain and service plumbing and heating systems effectively will enhance your employment opportunities within the industry.

Where can this course lead?

Plumbing Modern Apprenticeship with a registered employer.

What are the entry requirements?

• You Must have Secured a Work placement with a gas safe registered engineer is mandatory
• City & Guilds Level 2 Plumbing would be an advantage 
• mechanical engineering background 
• driving licence would be an advantage 
• successful completion of entrance exam 
• this course is subject to PVG vetting 
• successful performance at interview

What are the interview arrangements?

There will be an aptitude test and interviews with staff