Hot Water Systems & Safety (inc. Unvented Hot Water)
The following training and assessment packages are certificated by Logic Certification Ltd to industry led standards
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| Code: | HWSS |
| Expiry: | 5 years |
| Guided Learning Hours: | 1-2 days (including home study of Approved Document G) |
| Background: |
The hot water systems and safety course is aimed at experienced plumbing and heating operatives who require a qualification in the installation, servicing and maintenance of hot water systems. HWSS has been developed to ensure operatives are aware of how to comply with Approved Document G (ADG) 2016 when carrying out work on hot water systems. Training includes requirements for the installation of G3 Unvented Hot Water Systems and covers systems up to 500 litres capacity and 45kW power input. |
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Be trained and assessed in the following areas:
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| Pre-requisites: |
It is essential that HWSS candidates will be experienced in the installation of cold and hot water systems. It is also essential that they 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 WRAS Water (fittings) Regulations is desirable although this course is available separately. Candidates undertaking the course should also be conversant with the new Part G document which can be downloaded from the following link: Part G Building Document 2010 For more information on current scheme provider's please click here |
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Candidates wishing to find a centre near to them can use the Find A Centre facility on this site.
Centres wishing to apply for approval to run the scheme should refer to the Centre Zone.