Commercial Gas Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

 Course Reference

EEA-LCB-04

 Course Description

Commercial Gas Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

Subject Area: Commercial Gas Engineering

Qualification: BPEC Foundation Certificate in Commercial Gas.
ACS COCN1, ICPN1, TPCP1A, CIGA1 & CORT1

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Location: Cudbear St, Crown Point Rd, Leeds LS10 1EF

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Course overview
The Commercial Gas Engineering Operative apprenticeship is available to anyone aged over 16.

Gas engineers specialise in the installation and repair of gas appliances including, central heating boilers and systems, water heaters, direct and indirect fired commercial appliances, radiant plaques and tubes.

The work is safety critical and you will need to learn how to implement statutory requirements such as the gas safety regulations.

What will apprentices learn?

Current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and regulations applicable to work in the gas industry
Safe gas and electrical installation, commissioning, decommissioning and/or ongoing service and repair procedures of gas installations and appliances needed to establish the safe operation of the equipment and installation in accordance with industry standards
Gas and electrical theories and procedures involved in the practical installation, commissioning, decommissioning and/or ongoing service and repair of gas installations, appliances and associated equipment

Relevant electrical/mechanical principles and how they are applied in work processes and procedures
Up to date energy efficiency advice and guidance to be given to the customer
Product knowledge to be able to discuss and advise the customer
Current regulatory compliance, current Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations and the current Electricity at Work Regulations
Company rules, policies and procedures as defined by the employer

Undertake and document rigorous risk assessments to ensure the safety of all affected by the work activities
Take personal responsibility for maintaining safety standards and achieving job objectives
Use and maintain tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) in a safe and appropriate manner
Safe gas and electrical installation, commissioning, decommissioning and/or ongoing service and repair of gas installations and appliances needed to establish the safe operation of the equipment and installation accordance with industry standards
Work with focus and clear purpose in all conditions and locations, covering business requirements, including lone working and safely adapt working methods to reflect changes in working environments

Work on customer premises/property showing appropriate care and respect whilst focusing on safety
Use a variety of appropriate and effective communication methods to interact with customers and others to give/receive information accurately, in a timely and positive manner in order to deliver the best possible service
Identify where situations or conditions are to unsafe standards and take appropriate actions within your range of competency
Achieve individual and team tasks which align to overall work objectives, be self-motivated and disciplined in the approach to work activities
Work effectively and efficiently with people from different trades/disciplines, backgrounds and expertise to accomplish an activity in a safe manner, on time, to meet customer expectations

Identify, organise and use resources effectively and sustainably to complete the task with consideration to cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact
Be able to read and follow technical documentation associated with equipment and installation requirements
Carry out safe isolation essential electrical safety checks
Carry out flue testing
Undertake the necessary safety checks following gas work on an appliance (regulation 26/9)
Work in compliance with statutory and normative documentation including building regulations, water regulations and electrical regulations
Access and comply with technical guidance, bulletins and safety alerts e.g. Gas Industry Unsafe Situations Procedures (GIUSP)
Demonstrate tightness testing, purging and relight procedures on gas installations

Demonstrate pipework installations/pipework skills, pressure and flow/pipework sizing, meter installations
Demonstrate ambient air testing/carbon monoxide/dioxide atmosphere testing
Identify gas safety controls and prove their safe operation
Complete records and maintain records accordingly
Identify faults and take the appropriate action

Undertake the installation and/or repair and maintenance of four appliances
What skills and qualities do apprentices need?
Practical skills
Methodical approach
Ability to follow technical drawings
Attention to detail
Comfortable working at heights
Numeracy skills
Customer service

Course content
The apprentice will submit a portfolio consisting of a Gas Safe® registration certificate, competency test and work log review. The review includes an interview with a Technical Expert, and is completed in the final three months of the apprenticeship. The portfolio provides the opportunity to demonstrate skills, knowledge and behaviours for the core and specific requirements of the standard.

In achieving a pass or distinction in this apprenticeship, the apprentice will be eligible for membership with the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM) professional registration as an Engineering Technician (EngTech).

Entry requirements
You should be aged 16 or over and ideally already be employed or have secured a work placement, however we may be able to help you with this. Good GCSEs are recommended and you will be required to sit a skills assessment.

If you are aged 16-18 and you are unable to find an apprenticeship, you can apply for a study programme and switch over at any point when you do find one.

Commercial Gas Engineering Operative Apprenticeship
EEA Code: EEA-LCB-04
College: Leeds College of Building
Address: South Bank Campus off, Cudbear St, Crown Point Rd, Leeds LS10 1EF

 Entry Requirements

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 Learning Type

Apprenticeship
apprentice course that combines both on the job and in classroom training

 Assessment Type

practical and theory

 Qualification & Awarding Body

BPEC (British Plumbing Employers Council)

 Additional Info

 Follow-on Progression

Gateway to industry

 Cost of Course

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