Alteration & Repair of Service Pipes
This course gives the water industry technician the skills and knowledge required to carry out repairs and alterations to a range of water services of differing materials.
Objectives
By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
- Work with galvanized iron, lead, polyethylene, copper and polythene pipe materials
- Identify and select appropriate pipes for the task in hand by material and size
- Select, carry out and use tools and equipment appropriate to the various materials and tasks in hand
- Cut the specified pipe materials using appropriate tools
- Select appropriate joints and jointing methods for the specified pipes
- Prepare trenches for installation and repair activities
- Carry out activities in compliance with good water supply hygiene practices
Method
The course will consist of a mixture of classroom based tuition and workshop based practical exercises.
Pre Course Requirements
Learners should come equipped with PPE including foot, head, eye and ear protection plus gloves and overalls.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone needing the skills and knowledge to work with water services of varying materials and jointing methods.