Course Description

This EUSR-endorsed programme covers the UK Water Industry best practice approaches to avoid transient pressure surges when carrying out valve operations on the live water distribution network. The course also follows the NOS (National Occupational Standards) to prove metered areas on the distribution network.

Course Aims

The course covers a number of key principles over 2 days based on theory and practical application of valve operations to minimise and/or prevent transient pressure surges.

The following provides an overview of the course aims:

• Provide an understanding of the importance associated with valve operations to avoid water quality issues and transient pressure surges.
• Candidates perform valve operations whilst being observed by our qualified trainer to ensure the correct pre-start checks, safety set-up on site, and correct procedures followed to operate water distribution network valves based on the UK best practice CALM (Check Actuate Listen Monitor) techniques operating the valves against the CALM principles.
• Using a transient logger and case studies, demonstrate the impact of carrying out incorrect and correct valve operations demonstrating the potential positive or negative impact and adverse effects.
• Cover the requirements to obtain permission from a UK Water Company to operate valves on the live water distribution network.
• Interpret and understand water utility plans associated with pipes, valves, fire hydrants, washouts, and other associated ancillaries.
• Candidates demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of best practice techniques to effectively operate water distribution network valves and hydrants.
• Understand the requirements to check the position of water distribution network valves prior to operation (fully open or fully closed), determine the size of the valve using industry best practice techniques.

Who Should Attend?

Anyone required to operate water distribution network valves operating within UK Water Company requirements, this applies to operatives, leakage technicians, supervisors, and contracts managers involved in the operation of valves and associated equipment.

FAQs

How is the course delivered?

A qualified trainer delivers the EUSR-endorsed course covering theory, practical application, observation, and assessment of candidates associated with UK best practice valve operations following the CALM networks principles to minimise and/or avoid transient pressure surges.

Candidates will be observed carrying out valve operations combined with successfully completing a written assessment. 

How long will the course last?

This is a 2-day course. Our courses run from 8:30 - 16:30.

What is the course eligibility?

Candidates should have a proficient level of English to participate in this course. 

What are the course pre-requisites?

As candidates will be operating on the live water distribution networks they are required to have a valid National Water Hygiene registration and Scottish Water DOMS Modules 1 – 12 if operating in Scotland.

What PPE is required?

Candidates should bring appropriate PPE as follows:

• Safety Footwear
• Overalls
• Hi-vis Jacket
• Safety Glasses
• Gloves
• Hearing Protection
• Hard Hat
• Waterproofs

What certificates will be achieved?

Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will be registered on the Energy and Utility Skills Register, where registrations are valid for 3 years from the date of the training. Candidates will also be issued a Virtual EUSR Registration card. Physical cards can be provided upon request.