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Why choose this course?
Our one-day Unvented Hot Water Systems course is ideal for plumbing and heating professionals who need to gain or refresh their knowledge of the installation, commissioning, servicing, and maintenance of unvented hot water systems in line with current legislation and industry standards.
By completing this course, you will develop the knowledge required to work safely and compliantly with unvented systems, helping to ensure installations meet regulatory requirements and operate efficiently. The course also supports professional development and demonstrates competence in this specialised area of work.
During the course, you will cover:
- Current Water Regulations, Building Regulations, British Standards, and other relevant legislation
- Identifying unsafe situations and taking appropriate emergency action
- Commissioning and servicing requirements
- Installation best practices and requirements
- Safety controls and their operation
- Pipework design and considerations
- Testing procedures and fault finding
This course provides a comprehensive overview of unvented hot water systems, giving candidates the confidence and knowledge to work safely, effectively, and in compliance with current industry requirements.
Further information
This course is for those looking to renew their expiring qualification, however those looking to undertake the course for the first time should have a recognised competence in a conventional fuel, i.e. gas (CCN1), oil (101), or solid fuel or a relevant plumbing qualification such as an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience, as follows:
- NVQ Level 3/BTEC or equivalent
- Appropriate industry registration scheme: e.g. Gas Safe Register – ACS or OFTEC – 105E or equivalent
- At least two years industry experience of installation of domestic heating and hot water systems currently un-certificated skills equivalent NVQ Level 3.
- At least two years industry experience of design and advice services of domestic heating and hot water systems at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Learn the requirements for the safe installation of unvented hot water systems.
- Develop the skills to commission and service unvented hot water systems effectively.
- Understand pipework requirements and best practices for ensuring system compliance and performance.
After completing the Unvented Hot Water course you will be able to join the Competent Persons Scheme and self certify your own work.
The qualification lasts for 5 years and will need renewal after this time.
You will be assessed via a mixture of written and practical assessment.