5 Days – Sanitaryware Installation, Maintenance & Repair Skills Programme
Practical training covering sanitaryware installation, water and waste connections, inspection, maintenance and repairs.
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Plumbing & Water Systems Training
Practical plumbing skills programmes and specialist training covering sanitaryware, drainage, water supply, hot water, pipe laying, solar water heating, leak detection and plumbing safety.
Practical Plumbing Training
REH Safety Training provides practical, industry-focused plumbing and water systems training for individuals, maintenance teams, contractors and organisations. Training combines theory with practical application and can be arranged at REH centres or on-site for groups.
Plumbing Skills Programmes
Three focused skills programmes designed around sanitaryware and below-ground drainage.
5 Days – Below-Ground Drainage Installation, Maintenance & Testing Skills Programme
Practical drainage training covering setting out, excavation, pipe installation, jointing, access points, inspection, testing and maintenance.
10 Days – Plumbing Skills Programme – Sanitaryware & Below-Ground Drainage
An integrated two-week programme combining sanitaryware installation, maintenance and repair with below-ground drainage installation, testing and maintenance.
5 Days – Sanitaryware Installation, Maintenance & Repair Skills Programme
Programme Overview
This programme develops practical skills for the installation, maintenance and repair of sanitaryware appliances and associated hot and cold water and waste connections.
- Unit Standard: 244492
- Unit Standard: Install, maintain and repair sanitaryware appliances
- NQF Level 4
- 8 Credits
- Duration: 5 Training Days
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Plumbing safety and work preparation
- Plumbing tools, equipment and materials
- Identification of sanitaryware appliances
- Planning sanitaryware installations
- WC and cistern installation
- Basins and sinks
- Taps and mixers
- Baths and showers
- Traps and waste connections
- Soil and waste connections
- Floor drains and related fixtures
- Inspection and fault finding
- Maintenance and repairs
- Testing completed installations
Learning Outcomes
- Plan and prepare sanitaryware installation work.
- Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials.
- Install sanitaryware appliances correctly.
- Connect appliances to hot and cold water supplies.
- Connect soil and waste systems.
- Inspect installations for defects.
- Identify common plumbing faults.
- Carry out basic maintenance and repairs.
- Test installations for functionality.
- Apply safe work practices and housekeeping.
Assessment
Assessment may include theory, practical demonstration, direct observation and portfolio evidence in accordance with the applicable assessment and quality-assurance requirements.
5 Days – Below-Ground Drainage Installation, Maintenance & Testing Skills Programme
Programme Overview
Practical training in the installation, inspection, maintenance and testing of below-ground drainage systems.
- Unit Standard: 244498
- Install, maintain and test below ground drainage systems
- NQF Level 4
- 14 Credits
- Duration: 5 Training Days
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Drainage system principles
- Safety and work preparation
- Tools, equipment and materials
- Drainage setting out
- Levels, falls and gradients
- Trench preparation and excavation
- Pipe bedding and installation
- Pipe joints and fittings
- Gullies and access fittings
- Inspection points and rodding eyes
- Manholes and access chambers
- Drainage testing
- Inspection and maintenance
- Basic blockage clearing
Learning Outcomes
- Plan and prepare drainage installation work.
- Set out drainage systems correctly.
- Prepare trenches for drainage installation.
- Install and join drainage pipes.
- Install fittings and access points.
- Inspect completed drainage systems.
- Carry out drainage testing.
- Identify common drainage defects.
- Carry out basic maintenance.
- Apply safe excavation and plumbing practices.
Assessment
Assessment may include theoretical knowledge, practical installation, direct observation and evidence demonstrating the learner's ability to install, inspect and test drainage systems.
10 Days – Plumbing Skills Programme – Sanitaryware & Below-Ground Drainage
Programme Overview
A 10-training-day integrated plumbing skills programme combining sanitaryware installation, maintenance and repair with below-ground drainage installation, inspection, testing and maintenance.
- US 244492 – 8 Credits
- US 244498 – 14 Credits
- Total: 22 Credits
- NQF Level 4
- Duration: 10 Training Days
- Theory & Practical Training
10-Day Programme Structure
Day 1
Plumbing safety, tools, materials and work preparation.
Plumbing safety, tools, materials and work preparation.
Day 2
Sanitaryware identification, planning and preparation.
Sanitaryware identification, planning and preparation.
Day 3
WC, cistern and sanitaryware installation.
WC, cistern and sanitaryware installation.
Day 4
Basins, sinks, taps, mixers, traps and waste.
Basins, sinks, taps, mixers, traps and waste.
Day 5
Showers, baths, floor drains and sanitaryware repairs.
Showers, baths, floor drains and sanitaryware repairs.
Day 6
Drainage planning, setting out and excavation.
Drainage planning, setting out and excavation.
Day 7
Drainage pipes, joints, fittings and connections.
Drainage pipes, joints, fittings and connections.
Day 8
Drainage access, inspection and testing.
Drainage access, inspection and testing.
Day 9
Maintenance, blockages and integrated practical work.
Maintenance, blockages and integrated practical work.
Day 10
Theory, practical assessment and evidence completion.
Theory, practical assessment and evidence completion.
Learning Outcomes
- Plan and prepare plumbing work.
- Select plumbing tools, equipment and materials.
- Install sanitaryware appliances.
- Connect hot and cold water supplies.
- Connect soil and waste systems.
- Set out below-ground drainage systems.
- Prepare drainage trenches.
- Install and join drainage pipes.
- Install drainage fittings and access points.
- Inspect and test drainage systems.
- Identify common plumbing and drainage defects.
- Carry out basic maintenance and repairs.
- Apply OHS and housekeeping requirements.
Assessment
The programme combines theory and practical assessment activities. Learners may be assessed through knowledge assessment, practical demonstration, direct observation and portfolio evidence in accordance with the applicable assessment and quality-assurance requirements.
Water Supply & Pipework
Cold-water systems, pipe installation, jointing, pressure testing and water supply infrastructure.
4 Days – Cold Water Plumbing Systems
Installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and fault finding of cold-water supply systems.
US 244507 | Install, maintain and test cold water supply systems
Duration4 Days
NQF Level4
Credits14
FormatTheory & Practical
Training FormatTheory & Practical
5 Days – Pipe Laying & Jointing
Practical pipe installation, preparation, jointing, alignment, bedding and testing skills.
Practical Pipework & Pipeline Skills
Duration5 Days
LevelSkills Training
FocusPipework
FormatTheory & Practical
Training FormatTheory & Practical
4 Days – Cold Water Plumbing Systems
Course Overview
Training in the installation, testing and maintenance of cold-water supply systems, including pipework, valves, fittings and pressure testing.
- Unit Standard: 244507
- NQF Level 4
- 14 Credits
- Duration: 4 Days
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Cold-water supply principles
- Pipe sizing and routing
- Pipe materials and selection
- Valves and fittings
- Water meters and backflow prevention
- Installation of cold-water pipework
- Pressure control
- Pressure testing
- Fault finding
- Maintenance and servicing
Learning Outcomes
- Identify cold-water system components.
- Install cold-water supply pipework.
- Select appropriate materials and fittings.
- Install valves and control components.
- Pressure test completed systems.
- Identify common faults.
- Carry out routine maintenance.
5 Days – Pipe Laying & Jointing
Course Overview
Practical training in preparing, laying, aligning, joining, testing and maintaining pipe systems.
- Duration: 5 Days
- Practical pipework skills
- Theory & Practical Training
- Suitable for plumbing and construction personnel
Course Outline
- Pipe materials and identification
- Measuring and cutting
- Pipe preparation
- Pipe bedding
- Alignment and levels
- Jointing techniques
- Fittings and connections
- Installation procedures
- Pressure and integrity testing
- Backfilling and site housekeeping
Learning Outcomes
- Identify different pipe materials.
- Measure and prepare pipework.
- Cut and prepare pipes correctly.
- Apply suitable jointing methods.
- Install pipework to required alignment.
- Test completed pipe systems.
- Apply safe working practices.
Hot Water & Solar Systems
Hot-water supply, geysers, cylinders, safety devices and solar water-heating systems.
5 Days – Hot Water Systems Installation, Maintenance & Testing
Comprehensive hot-water training covering geysers, cylinders, pipework, valves, safety devices, maintenance and testing.
US 244496 | Install, maintain and test hot water supply systems
Duration5 Days
NQF Level4
Credits12
FormatTheory & Practical
Training FormatTheory & Practical
4 Days – Solar Water Heating Systems
Practical solar water-heating installation, commissioning, maintenance and basic fault-finding.
Solar Water Heating Installation & Practical Skills
Duration4 Days
FocusSolar Thermal
DeliveryPractical
FormatTheory & Practical
Training FormatTheory & Practical
5 Days – Hot Water Systems Installation, Maintenance & Testing
Course Overview
Training in hot-water supply systems including hot-water pipework, cylinders, valves, safety devices, installation, maintenance and testing.
- Unit Standard: 244496
- NQF Level 4
- 12 Credits
- Duration: 5 Days
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Hot-water system principles
- Hot-water pipework
- Pipe materials and joining
- Water heaters and cylinders
- Valves and safety devices
- Pressure and temperature control
- Expansion and overflow arrangements
- Insulation and pipe support
- Geyser installation principles
- Testing and commissioning
- Maintenance and fault finding
Learning Outcomes
- Plan hot-water system installations.
- Install hot-water pipes and fittings.
- Understand cylinder installation requirements.
- Install relevant valves and safety devices.
- Test hot-water systems.
- Identify common hot-water faults.
- Perform basic maintenance and repairs.
- Apply relevant safety requirements.
4 Days – Solar Water Heating Systems
Course Overview
Practical introduction to solar water-heating systems, installation principles, system components, commissioning and maintenance.
- Duration: 4 Days
- Solar thermal water heating
- Installation and commissioning
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Solar water-heating principles
- Solar collectors
- Storage cylinders
- Mounting arrangements
- Pipework and connections
- Circulation systems
- Safety requirements
- System installation
- Commissioning
- Maintenance and basic fault finding
Learning Outcomes
- Identify solar water-heating components.
- Understand system operating principles.
- Assist with solar system installation.
- Connect associated pipework.
- Apply safe installation practices.
- Commission and inspect systems.
- Identify basic system faults.
Drainage & Rainwater Systems
Drainage, rainwater collection, discharge, inspection, testing and maintenance.
5 Days – Drainage & Rainwater Systems Installation
Installation and maintenance of drainage and rainwater systems including gutters, downpipes, discharge and drainage connections.
US 244495 | Install, maintain and test Rainwater Systems
Duration5 Days
NQF Level4
Credits5
FormatTheory & Practical
Training FormatTheory & Practical
5 Days – Drainage & Rainwater Systems Installation
Course Overview
Practical training covering rainwater systems, drainage connections, gutters, downpipes, discharge arrangements and system testing.
- Unit Standard: 244495
- NQF Level 4
- 5 Credits
- Duration: 5 Days
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Rainwater system principles
- Gutter systems
- Downpipes
- Rainwater discharge
- Connections to drainage systems
- Fall and flow requirements
- Installation procedures
- Testing
- Inspection
- Maintenance
Learning Outcomes
- Identify rainwater system components.
- Plan rainwater installations.
- Install gutters and downpipes.
- Connect rainwater discharge systems.
- Inspect completed installations.
- Test systems for correct operation.
- Carry out routine maintenance.
Plumbing Maintenance & Fault Finding
Leak detection, diagnostic techniques, blockages, pressure problems and plumbing repairs.
5 Days – Plumbing Leak Detection, Fault Finding & Repairs
Specialist plumbing fault finding covering leaks, pressure and flow problems, blockages, hot and cold water faults and repairs.
US 244494 | Perform specialised fault-finding and repairs to plumbing systems
Duration5 Days
NQF Level4
Credits12
FormatTheory & Practical
Training FormatTheory & Practical
5 Days – Plumbing Leak Detection, Fault Finding & Repairs
Course Overview
Specialist training for plumbers and maintenance personnel who need to diagnose, locate and repair plumbing system faults.
- Unit Standard: 244494
- NQF Level 4
- 12 Credits
- Duration: 5 Days
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Diagnostic fault-finding principles
- Plumbing system inspection
- Pressure testing
- Flow and pressure problems
- Leak detection principles
- Hot-water system faults
- Cold-water system faults
- Drainage and waste faults
- Blocked drain identification
- Rodding and blockage clearing
- Pipe and fitting repairs
- Valve and fixture repairs
- Preventive maintenance
- Recommissioning and testing
Learning Outcomes
- Apply systematic plumbing fault-finding methods.
- Identify common causes of leaks.
- Use appropriate diagnostic equipment.
- Identify pressure and flow problems.
- Diagnose hot and cold water faults.
- Identify drainage faults and blockages.
- Apply appropriate repair techniques.
- Test repaired systems.
- Apply preventive maintenance principles.
Plumbing Safety & Compliance
Focused safety training for plumbers, plumbing assistants, maintenance teams and construction personnel.
1 Day – Plumbing Safety & Legal Compliance
Focused training on safe plumbing practices, workplace hazards, PPE, legislation, tools and compliance requirements.
Plumbing Safety, OHS & Legal Compliance
Duration1 Day
LevelSkills Training
DeliveryClassroom
FormatTheory & Practical
Training FormatTheory & Practical
1 Day – Plumbing Safety & Legal Compliance
Course Overview
A focused one-day course designed to improve safety awareness and compliance during plumbing installation, maintenance and construction activities.
- Duration: 1 Day
- Plumbing safety and compliance
- Suitable for plumbing and maintenance personnel
- Theory & Practical Training
Course Outline
- Plumbing workplace hazards
- Personal protective equipment
- Safe use of plumbing tools
- Electrical hazards around water heaters
- Hot-water hazards
- Excavation and trench safety
- Working at height
- Confined-space awareness
- Housekeeping
- Emergency procedures
- Basic legal and compliance requirements
Learning Outcomes
- Identify common plumbing workplace hazards.
- Select appropriate PPE.
- Use plumbing tools safely.
- Recognise electrical hazards around water systems.
- Apply safe excavation practices.
- Maintain a safe work area.
- Understand basic plumbing compliance responsibilities.
Important Programme & Certification Information
Plumbing courses on this page are presented as practical skills programmes and training courses. Where a specific SAQA unit standard is referenced, the applicable unit standard and assessment requirements should be confirmed with the relevant quality-assurance/ETQA requirements before advertising a programme as certificate-bearing. Completion of an individual skills programme does not constitute the full National Occupational Certificate: Plumber.
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