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BPEC Water Regulations & Byelaws Manual (WRWB)

  • 1 Day | Part Time
  • Suffolk New College (Ipswich)
  • Level 3 | Professional

Course overview

The course is for anyone requiring an understanding of water regulations/water byelaws. In particular, those wishing to become approved plumbers/contractors.  Holding this qualification demonstrates compliance with UK water regulations, which is essential for legal installation, maintenance, and commissioning of plumbing systems. It is often required for working with water authorities, joining approved schemes, and progressing to advanced qualifications or renewable technology courses.

The course covers the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 (England & Wales), the Water Supply (Water Fittings)(Scotland) Byelaws 2014 and the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2009. It meets the requirements of Water Regs UK on behalf of the water undertakers which participate in the Water Industry Approved Plumbers’ Scheme (WIAPS) and includes;

  • 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

Trainees will need to have some knowledge of plumbing and the water industry to attend.

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