Level 4 Certificate In Gas Safety Management of Plant and Appliances in Non Domestic Premises
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General Information
Qualification Content
Flueing and Ventilation of Non Domestic Plant and Appliances
Gas Safety Facilities Management
Non Domestic Appliances, Plant and Pipework
The Combustion Process and Analysis of Non Domestic Appliances
Gas Safety Legislation
The target groups for the Qualification are those learners who are;
- Updating and continuing their professional development (CPD).
- Developing knowledge and understanding relevant to a particular specialisation within an occupation or set of occupations.
Developing their knowledge and understanding in order to gain recognition at a higher level or any different role.
- Know the requirements of the legislation and normative standards and codes of practice that are relevant to gas safety
- Be able to apply the relevant legislation, normative standards and codes of practice (CoP) to gas safety situations
- Know how to apply the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) within the gas industry
- Know how to apply the Gas Industry Unsafe Situation Procedure (GIUSP)
- Know the legal requirements for businesses and individuals carrying out gas work
- Know the process of combustion, factors affecting combustion and combustion analysis
- Understand the effects CO has on humans
- Know how CO detectors are used to reduce the risk of CO poisoning and the requirements for gas engineers responding to CO alarm activation or reports of fumes
- Know how the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations (GSIUR) impacts on gas safety facilities management responsibilities
- Know how to appoint and manage gas fitting operatives and contractors
- Know how to monitor the operational performance of gas fitting operatives and contractors
- Know how to deal with reports of gas escapes, fumes or carbon monoxide/dioxide alarm activation
- Understand the construction and operation of chimney systems serving Type B appliances
- Understand the construction and operation of chimney systems serving Type C appliances
- Understand the construction and operation of fan dilution systems
- Know the ventilation requirements for non domestic gas appliances
- Know the types of non domestic gas appliances used for heating water, their design, installation, commissioning & maintenance requirements
- Know the installation requirements and operation of forced convection air heaters
- Understand the installation requirements and operation of overhead radiant heaters
- Understand the installation requirements for non domestic plant and ancillary equipment
- Understand the requirements for non-domestic gas fired laundry appliances and equipment
- Understand the installation requirements for pipework in non-domestic premises
Prerequisites and Assessment Methods
None
Short response questions and professional discussion
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Fees and Additional Information
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What careers can this qualification lead to?
This qualification supports progression into senior roles where gas safety management in non-domestic premises is a core responsibility, such as:
- Gas Safety Manager in commercial or industrial settings
- Compliance or Quality Manager overseeing plant, equipment, and contractors
- Health and Safety Manager with responsibilities for gas installations
It ensures you can manage both the technical and managerial aspects of non-domestic gas safety, giving employers confidence in your ability to oversee compliance.
What progression opportunities are available when I complete this qualification?
After achieving this qualification, learners may progress to higher-level qualifications in safety management, auditing, or risk management. The qualification also can support the continuing professional development (CPD) of those in broader leadership and compliance roles across the building services and facilities management sector.
What is involved in delivering this qualification?
To deliver the Level 4 Certificate in Gas Safety Management of Plant and Appliances in Non-Domestic Premises, a training centre must be approved by LCL Awards and meet all delivery and quality assurance requirements.
Centres must have qualified teachers and assessors with relevant industry experience with non-domestic gas systems, legislation, and compliance. teachers will also need appropriate teaching and assessing credentials.
Delivery should be supported by access to up-to-date resources, including the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations (GSIUR), GIUSP, RIDDOR, relevant British Standards, and Building Regulations.
The assessments involve a combination of multiple response questions and short response questions, which are set by LCL Awards and marked by the Approved Centre assessor.