Network Construction Operations Water Level 2 Main Laying

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Course Overview

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Course Content

A review of relevant current technical information is followed by practical demonstrations, exercises and assessments (if required) in:
• The identification of pipes and fittings.
• How to prepare the pipe bed.
• Pipe cutting and jointing methods used for ductile iron and PE.
• Laying and jointing ductile iron and PE pipes.
• Butt and electrofusion jointing methods.
•Mechanical jointing methods.
•The use of thrust blocks.
• Protective coatings and cathodic protection.
• Hygienic working practices including company specific SSOW (if required).
• Carry alterations to existing mains by the insertion of Sluice Valves, Hydrants and tees.

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Extra Reading

Learners must have their EUSR Water SHEA and National Water Hygiene card prior to completion of the qualification.