Core Domestic Gas Meter Installer training course

A 3 day training course to give learners the gas safety competence to work upon gas meters in both domestic and non-domestic settings.

Pre-requisite/entry requirements

Initial assessment
Learners must have successfully completed the Gas Foundation Managed Learning Programme (GGFO).

Re-assessment
Learners must hold CMA1.

Benefits of attending for the learner

• Learners will leave with an appreciation of the gas safety regulations, standards and procedures relating to the safe operation and on-going maintenance of gas meters and re-lighting of appliances. This will include products of combustion, ventilation, chimney standards and outlet pipework.

Benefits of attending for the employer

• An employee with current and specific knowledge that will enable them to safely undertake domestic and non-domestic gas metering work.

What you will learn

• Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998
• Tightness testing and purging
• Gas industry unsafe situations procedure
• Scope of operatives work, checking and setting regulators
• Operation and positioning of emergency isolation and warning labels
• Emergency procedures
• Pipe-work requirements
• Ventilation
• Combustion
• Chimney standards
• Re-Lighting of domestic appliances

What qualifications will you achieve?

• Upon successful completion of the course, the learner will be issued with an ERS accredited qualification in Core Domestic Gas Meter Installer.

How is this training delivered?

• This course will be delivered both in the classroom and within a practical training facility. On the final day learners will receive both a practical and written assessment on the course content.

What do I need to bring with me?

• Learners must bring their current ACS certificates, Gas Safe card, two passport photos, PPE and tools.
• All reference materials will be provided.