CompEx Water Utilities Ex09-Ex10

This course has been developed in consultation industry to ensure the core competence of existing and potential workers who operate in the water utilities industry. The qualification consists of two separate units which cover the minimum requirements for safe working practices in these areas.

This qualification requires the candidate undertakes a 6 hour pre-learning online course from Trainor BEFORE attending the Training Centre.

Candidates will learn about legal obligations such as national regulations and the associated directives and standards. They will receive instruction on the associated risks, their categorisation and the difference between hazardous locations and confined spaces. They will also gain an understanding of special situations and conditions, toxic gases and precautionary measures taken to minimise risks.

Please note: This is not a confined space training course and is NOT substitute for confined space training.

This Qualification is suitable for workers who operate in water utilities industry, particularly in intake and storage area of wastewater and treatment plants, wastewater pumping stations, wet wells and gravity fed sewers where there is risk of explosion.

Qualification details

Candidates who are successful in both the theory and practical assessments will receive a CompEx certificate in core competence.

Please note no other feedback will be given on request regarding resits, a full breakdown is provided on your diagnostic report issued by CompEx.

Content

The 5 day course includes:

- 3 days of guided learning (theoretical 15-20 hours, practical 4-6 hours)

- 2 days of assessment

- 4-6 hours E-learning delivered prior to course commencement.

Assessment

Assessment is undertaken using both practical assessments and an examination that covers the two separate CompEx Units

Exam

Candidates must undertake a multiple choice examination that consists of 60 questions answered over 1.5 hours.

Practical Assessments

Candidates are required to undertake two practical assessments (1 per unit)

- Ex09 assessment - Installation , continuity insulation resistance testing and functional testing - 4 hours

- Ex10 - documentation , inspection , external supply and characteristics testing - 2 hours

Entry Requirements

- Practicing competent electrical operatives

- Practicing competent instrument operatives

- Electrical/instrument engineers with previous practical experience

- Prior CompEx certification supported by employer sponsored letter

Applicable Industries:

· Water Supply

· Wastewater management

· Water treatment

· Associated services

Course Costs: £1495 + VAT

Course duration: 5 days