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Water Regulations (WRAS)

Course code: XSAV070P

Subject area: Construction

Study level: Part Time

Course level: 1

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 16:00

Days of week:

Thursday

Course date:

19th Jun 2025 - 19th Jun 2025

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

Apply for this course
The objective of this training course is to enable individuals to become familiar with the contents of the Regulations and Byelaws across the four nations. This theory-based course includes training and assessment in the Water Supply Regulations 1999 and Water Regulations Advisory Scheme.
Becoming an approved contractor with your local water authority can generate new revenue as well as providing the ability to self-certify small works avoiding costly delays on site.

The training may also be relevant to people not wishing to become approved but whose role involves having knowledge of compliance with the Regulations and Byelaws, such as designers, specifiers, and site managers.

This course is also a requirement for those wishing to attend the BPEC Level 3 Award in Air Source Heat Pump Systems or the Unvented Hot Water course.

Course units
• Introduction, background and legislation to UK Water Regulations
• Materials and substances in contact with water
• Requirements for water fittings
• Water system design
• Installation commissioning
• Cross connections
• Back flow prevention
• Hot and cold water services
• WCs and urinals
• Sanitary appliances and water for outside use
What next?
Check out our other Net Zero Skills Hub courses aimed at upskilling existing engineers to make the most of the opportunities offered by low carbon technologies.
Entry criteria
Trainees will need to have some knowledge of plumbing and the water industry.
Fee information
The course fee is £250

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £250.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £250.00

Qualifications received
Water Regulations (WRAS) certificate
Learning & method assessment
Course is assessed by both multiple-choice open book exams and practical tasks.
User skills
Upon successful completion candidates will be able to become Approved Contractors (Plumber) by providing evidence to the Approved Contractor schemes that appropriate training has been completed.

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