Testing and Purging (TPCP1)
Aims
This short course is designed to update an experienced gas engineer to enable them to prove competence in the ACS assessments.Structure
The Testing and Purging 1 is delivered in a classroom/workshop environment; the candidate will also be assessed in the college on their knowledge of both theory and practical aspects.The duration is 2 days training and 1 day practical theoretical assessment.
The awarding body for this course is CITB.
Content
Designed to test the gas safety competence of an operative in strength/tightness testing and direct purging of commercial pipework up to 16 bar pressure with any type of gas.The Testing and Purging 1 comprises of core competencies:
Installation surveys, volume calculations, soundness testing requirements, leakage rates, strength testing, IGE/UP/1, purging requirements, purging rates and vent gas testing.
Career Opportunities
Supervisory role as a Quality Assurance Engineer, Managing Installation Teams or Sales.Progression
At a later date candidates may wish to extend their skills into the domestic, LPG or commercial/industrial gas installations.Entry Requirements
Experienced gas engineers with appropriate City & Guilds/SVQ qualifications in gas, or one of the following Core ACS Commercial Safety categories COCN1, CCCN1, CCLNG1, COCNPI 1LS.Candidates wishing to be reassessed require evidence of previous ACS accreditation which is to be presented to the centre before the assessment can take place.
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