WRAS - Water Regulations Certificate

WRAS - Water Regulations Certificate

• Course overview

  WRAS training covers the Water Regulations (1999) and is a necessary requirement for qualified plumbers (minimum Level 2) looking to join their local water authorities Water Industry Approved Plumber Scheme, one of the plumbing competent person schemes (CPS) and Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) registration bodies. The course includes a comprehensive guide and workbook.'Water Fittings Regulations’ refers to The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999, The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2009 and The Water Supply (Water Fittings) (Scotland) Byelaws 2014.

• Entry Requirements

  Candidates should ideally have two years plumbing experience.

• Do I need this course?

  This course is perfectly suited to a plumber looking to gain knowledge of the Water Regulations (1999) before applying to join their local water authority’s Water Industry Approved Plumber Scheme. It covers a variety of topics, including water regulations, interpretation and definitions, materials and substances and flushing devices. This course is also a prerequisite for joining the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) registration bodies.

• Course content/Syllabus

  Be trained and assessed in the following areas:

  • Interpretation and definitions
  • Materials and substances
  • Requirements, design and installation
  • Backflow and contamination prevention
  • Hot and cold water services
  • Flushing devices
  • Sanitary appliances; both internal and external
• Reading Material/Test book Required?

  Reading material is provided during the course