OFT 50

COURSE AIMS
TOPICS COVERED
COURSE LENGTH
COST

Overview

This practical training course will provide candidates with the knowledge, understanding and skills to undertake work on domestic oil installations including oil boilers and tankers.

Who is this course aimed at?

This course is aimed at new entrants to the oil fired heating industry to give an introduction to oil systems and installations.

After completing this course candidates can move on to the four main OFTEC training and assessments:

• OFT 101 – Commissioning and Servicing Domestic Pressure Jet Oil Fired Appliances

• OFT 102 – Commissioning and Servicing Vaporising Appliances

• OFT 105E – Commissioning, Servicing and Installation of Domestic Pressure Jet Oil Fired Appliances

• OFT 600A – Commissioning, Servicing and Installation of Oil Fuel Storage & Supply Systems

Pre-requisites

No previous experience is required, although basic plumbing skills would be advantageous.

What topics will it cover?

Oil fired boiler safety requirements

Oil specifications

Oil boiler fuel efficiency

Flues and ventilation

Float control values and oil lifters

Oil burners – vaporising and pressure jet type

Burner control, start up and shut down sequence

Oil boiler servicing and commissioning procedures

How long will the course take?

4 DAYS

Is there an exam? No. Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance.

How much will it cost?

£495+VAT - including training, assessment and certification fee, plus refreshments and buffet lunch.

What's Next?

Please see above.

Booking information

To book this course please phone us on:
Bristol – 01454 614203 / Newton Abbot – 01626 832374 / Redruth – 01209 311001

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Plymouth Centre - 01752 348980
Exeter Centre - 01392 829100
Newton Abbot Centre - 01626 832374
Bristol Centre - 01454 614203
Redruth Centre - 01209 311001