ACOP (Approved Code of Practice) Gas
Introduction
This course provides anyone involved in the design or construction of domestic and non-domestic buildings, or anyone who may work with natural or liquid petroleum gas, information regarding their obligations under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, as well as other relevant legislation.
Part B, 8(1) of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 specifically states "No person shall make any alteration to any premises in which a gas fitting or gas storage vessel is fitted if that alteration would adversely affect the safety of the fitting or vessel in such a manner that, if the fitting or the vessel had been installed after the alteration, there would have been a contravention of, or failure to comply with, these Regulations."
This basically means that anyone who, whilst working at a property, affects the gas safety in any way (whether it concerns the pipework, ventilation provisions, flue etc.) could be deemed to be contravening the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, and thus find themselves having legal action carried out against them.
This course aims to prevent that from happening by making delegates fully aware of their obligations and requirements.
Course Objectives/Key Benefits
Provide knowledge and understanding of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, relevant Building Regulations and other legislation affecting gas safety during work carried out at premises.
Who is the course aimed at?
Heating Engineers, Specifiers, Architects, Designers, Construction Engineers, Construction Supervisors, Building Control Officers, Kitchen Fitters, Carpet Fitters, Factory Workers, Builders and anyone else who is indirectly working with or around gas supplies.
Entry Requirements/Pre-requisites
There are no entry or pre-requisite requirements to undertaking this course.
Course content
- Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998
- Unsafe gas situations and how to deal with them safely
- Gas pipework and work affecting its safety
- Flues
- Ventilation
Course Duration
Two days (including assessment).
Training Method
Practical workshop and theory
Assessment
Combined practical assessment and multiple-choice question paper.
Course Outcome/Qualification
Candidates who successfully complete the assessment will receive a S.W.A.A.T. Certificate in Gas Safety Awareness.
Materials provided
Candidates will be provided with a training pack.
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