BPEC Domestic Gas Foundation Course (MLP)

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Key Information

Subject Area
Employer Bespoke

Mode of Study
Flexible

Location
Flexible

Sector
Construction

Start Date
Flexible

Entry Requirements

You’ll need to be employed by a registered Gas Safe Company/Engineer (in order to gain and record formal experience).

It must be evidenced that you are working alongside a gas safe registered engineer in order to complete the on-site portfolio. This portfolio will be completed outside of time in college.

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In a nutshell

Whether you already hold plumbing qualifications or are new to the gas industry, this course will give you the fundamental knowledge you need to become a Gas Installer. Once you’ve gained the BPEC Gas Foundation Certificate, you’ll be able to undertake the relevant ACS assessments.

This course may also be available as part of a Personal Learning Account (PLA). PLA is an initiative from the Welsh Government which offers people the chance to access free, part-time courses with flexible and convenient learning that fits around their existing lifestyle (subject to eligibility).

This course is for you if...

... those taking the next step into a career within the gas industry.

What will I be doing?

This BPEC Gas Foundation course is ideal if you want to start a career in the gas industry.

Once you’ve completed the training, portfolio and successful recommendation, you’ll be issued with a BPEC Gas Foundation certificate which means you can then apply for the relevant ACS assessments.

On this course you will study:

Gas Safety Legislation
Characteristics of Combustion
Ventilation
Installation of Pipework and Fittings
Testing for Tightness
Identification of Unsafe Situations, Emergency Notices and Warning Labels
Operation and Positioning of Emergency Isolation Controls
Checking and/or Setting Meter Regulators
Chimney Flue Testing
Chimney Standards
Checking and Setting Appliance Burner Pressures and Gas Rates
Operation and Checking of Appliance Gas Safety Devices and Controls
Installation of Open, Balanced and Fan Assisted Chimney Configurations
Re-establishing Gas supplies and Re-lighting Appliances
Domestic Central Heating and Water Heaters
Domestic Cookers
Domestic Space Heaters

What comes next?

There is a 12 month expiry date on the Gas Foundation Certificate, so you will need to complete your ACS assessments before this date.

Additional information

Course dates will be discussed during the application process.

The cost of this course if completed outside of PLA will be £POA per candidate

There is a 12 month expiry date on the Gas Foundation Certificate, so you will need to complete your ACS assessments before this date.

Where can I study BPEC Domestic Gas Foundation Course (MLP)?

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Flexible

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All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.

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