CMA1 + MET 1 (Domestic Gas Meter Installer) Initial training course

A 5 day training and assessment course to install, commission, exchange or remove primary or secondary Low Pressure gas meters of capacity up to and including 6 m³/h.

This course combines:

• CMA1 (Core domestic and non-domestic gas metering work)
• MET 1 (Natural gas domestic gas meters with a maximum capacity not exceeding 6 m³/h)

Pre-requisite/entry requirements

Candidates must bring with them evidence of the achieved managed learning programme aligned to the modules being applied for (CMA1 + MET1).

If Develop Training doubts the authenticity of the information presented by the applicant, they will decline access to the ACS assessment.

Benefits of attending for the learner

• This course teaches domestic gas meter installers up to date industry knowledge and practise to enable safe working.

Benefits of attending for the employer

• Compliance with HSE requirements by employees achieving ACS qualifications allowing Gas Safe Registration.

What you will learn

• Gas safety legislation and standards.
• Gas emergency actions and procedures.
• Products and characteristics of combustion.
• Ventilation (for domestic and non-domestic appliances).
• Installation of pipework and fittings (outlet pipework).
• Tightness testing and purging.
• Checking and/or setting meter regulators.
• Unsafe situations, use of emergency notices and warning labels.
• Operation and positioning of ECV, isolation controls and valves.
• Chimney Standards.
• Re-establish existing gas supply and re-light appliances.

What qualifications will you achieve?

• Upon successful completion learners will be issued with an ERS accredited qualification in CMA1 & MET1. Gas Safe Register will be notified of all certification results by ERS allowing the individual or employer to apply for Gas Safe Registration.

How is this training delivered?

• The training is delivered on the first 2 days by a combination of theoretical and practical sessions.
• The assessment is split into 3 areas, Theory - multiple choice questionnaires (both open and closed book), Practical Observations and Practical Assessment Workbook Scenarios. Candidates must achieve a pass in all 3 areas.

What do I need to bring with me?

• Learners must bring their completed MLP (Managed Learning Programme) certificates, two passport photographs, tools and PPE - including Safety boots, glasses, gloves and clothing suitable for practical work.
• All reference materials will be provided.

Learners undertaking this course might also consider:

• CMA1 + MET 1 (Domestic Gas Meter Installer) Reassessment (CMA1/MET1R)
  4 day course for reassessment in gas safety competence to work upon gas meters. Domestic and non-domestic settings.