Pressure test training course launched by Star Learning Solutions
A new Pressure testing training course including strength test and tightness test has been launched by Star Learning Solutions, the training division of Star Refrigeration. The package is divided in two elements: an online theory course on Pressure Testing and a 1 day Pressure test practical training and assessment session.
The Pressure test training package including Strength Test and Tightness Test comprises two stand alone elements which can be undertaken independently or in conjunction: a theory online course (certified by CIBSE for CPD) and a practical training and assessment day at any of Star's 9 UK centres
The training on Pressure test covers pneumatic testing of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning systems with inert gases. The online theory interactive course covers safe working practices for pneumatic testing of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning systems with inert gases. The course includes some questions for self testing the knowledge gained. Additional practical training and assessment including carrying out pressure testing and correctly answering oral and written questions, is available, this should be completed before successful candidates can be recommended for carrying out Pressure Testing. On return to their work place candidates should be advised to carry out tests under supervision until deemed competent by their employer.
The course materials and information in Pressure testing are accessible via SLS's website www.elearning-training.com, an industry award winning online training platform which offers a modern alternative to traditional methods of training. It delivers theoretical underpinning knowledge on demand by allowing students to access learning material at any time and from any place, simply by logging onto the website with a user name and a password. In addition, candidates can also attend 1 day practical training sessions at any of their 9 centres throughout the UK located in Aberdeen, Bristol, Derby, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle and Oxford.
Pressure Testing Training Syllabus
Knowledge Assessment:
The candidate will gain the knowledge required by studying the Pressure test online theory course. A 90% pass mark will be required before a candidate can undertake a practical assessment, the course will cover:
- Relevant Standard Specifications.
- Allowable test pressures: What to look for, Identification of Hazards, Technical appraisals, Written Schemes of examination , PRV settings, Vessel & Pipe condition etc.
- Gases: OFN.
- HSE GS4 Safety in Pressure Testing.
- Generic Risk Assessment for pressure testing.
- Method statements for Strength and Pressure testing.
- Documentation, certification etc.
Practical Assessment:
The candidate will be assessed on:
- The safe use of equipment, to include: Hoses, Fittings, Relief Valves, Regulators, Manifold etc.
- Compliance to all Method Statements and Risk Assessments whilst carrying out strength and tightness testing on the rig or system and correct completion of all necessary paperwork.
- Knowledge of Leak Repair Procedures on a system whilst carrying out a Strength and Tightness test, this will include Safe Venting of OFN.
- Knowledge of pressure testing by answering oral questions immediately prior to commencement of any pressure test. A 100% pass mark must be achieved before pressure test can commence.
Here is a video included in the online course on Pressure Testing
The online course also contains a selection of documentation and forms available for download. The candidate can customise these documents to create procedures for their requirements. These documents cover:
