Core Domestic Meter Installation & Commissioning (Limited Scope) (CMA2LS/MET3LS)

Code
CMA2LS/MET3LS

Duration
3 day course

Pre-requisite/entry requirements

In order to take the training & assessment for this qualification candidates must already have gained onsite experience with a Gas Safe Registered Engineer in installing domestic gas meters to a capped meter outlet. This must be evidenced by either i) a witness testimony made by the Gas Safe Registered Engineer, or ii) a signed letter from the responsible person in the company on official letterheaded paper. Both evidence options must include the Gas Safe Registered Engineer/s name and registration number and detail the exact work experience gained We require a copy of this testimony prior to the course date the check this meets the requirements to enable us to commence training and prevent the candidate being enrolled on the incorrect course.

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

Benefits for the learner

• This course teaches installers everything they need to be able to install and commission primary domestic gas meters, up to six cubic meters per hour capacity, that are sealed off at the meter outlet fitting. Training and assessment covers general gas safety competence in limited scope core domestic gas work (CMA2 LS)* and the specific gas meter appliance module, MET3 LS. MET3 LS covers the installation and commissioning of domestic gas meters, but only when they are sealed off at the meter outlet fitting, with no gas is left in the installation pipework and/or appliances.

  *CMA2 LS does not cover work on altering the position of meters, meter exchange, connection of outlet pipework or commissioning on appliances or internal installation pipework other than that required for the meter installation.

Benefits for the employer

• Compliance with industry standards.

What you’ll learn on this course

• Course content: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 and fittings installations

What do I need to bring with Me?

• Learners will need to bring a qualification with existing meter competence certificate or evidence as described in the course pre-requisites above.
• Learners must also bring two passport photographs, tools and PPE including Safety boots, glasses, gloves and clothing suitable for practical work.
• All reference materials will be provided.