OFT 600A Overview
This practical training course is designed to provide experienced operatives with the regulations and standards applicable to the installation and supply of oil storage tanks.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is best suited to experienced oil operatives, or Gas Safe registered heating system operatives.
Pre-requisites
Candidates must be either experienced oil operatives, or Gas Safe registered heating systems operatives.
It is recommended that new entrants to the oil industry undertake the OFT 50 course first.
Please note that proof of previous qualifications is required to confirm your booking.
What topics will it cover?
- Oil storage tank safety requirements
- Codes of practice
- Building Regulations and planning consent
- Types of oil and their indemnification
- Steel and thermoplastic oil storage more than 3500 litres
- Constructional standards
- Oil tank fittings
- Fuel feed pipework
- Oil storage tank system design including Part L1
- Thermostatic controls
- Gauges and overfill alarm
- Contamination problems
- Maintenance
How long will the course take?
1 day
Is there an exam?
A practical assessment and a multiple-choice question paper.
What books will I need?
OFTEC Books 1, 2, 3 & 4.
We supply loan copies during the course, however candidates wishing to register with OFTEC will need to purchase copies.
How much will it cost?
Initial £163+VAT reassessment £108+VAT including training, assessment and certification fee.
What’s Next?
OFT 101 – Commissioning and Servicing Domestic Pressure Jet Oil Fired Appliances
OFT 102 – Commissioning and Servicing Vaporising Pressure Jet Oil Fired Appliances
OFT 105E – Installation of Domestic Pressure Jet Oil Fired Appliances (including Energy Efficiency)
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Booking Information
To book this course please phone us on:
Plymouth 01752 348980