Polyethylene Jointing Course
The courses are completed as below:
- Day 1 – Electrofusion theory and practical
- Day 2 – Butt Fusion theory and practical
On having been assessed as fully competent you will be issued with our welding accreditation card and personalised welding number which is valid for 3 years and is recognised by the Water Industry, PIPA NZ & Local Council Authorities.
We offer the following Unit Standards:
Unit Standard 31532 – Demonstrate Knowledge of Fusion Jointing of Polyethylene Pipes for Water Networks – Level 4 qualification – 5 credits.
Unit Standard 31532 is a pre-requisite to the two Unit Standards below and is a theory only Unit Standard covering both Electrofusion and Butt Fusion welding:
Unit Standard 31525 – Carry Out Electrofusion Jointing on Polyethylene Pipes for Water Networks – Level 4 – 10 credits, and
Unit Standard 31524 – Carry out Butt Fusion Jointing on Polyethylene Pipes for Water Networks – Level 4 – 10 credits.
Both Unit Standards 31525 & 31524 require gathering of additional evidence from your worksites. You will complete welds on our course that will contribute towards the gaining of these two Unit Standards.
For information about Refreshers, Practical Training and Learning on Location, go to Learn More.
Underground Cable & Utility Locator Course
Do you know what is below the foot path before you start digging? Many people are injured each year as a result of damaging underground cables while working on the road.
This course will teach you to use Radiodetection pipeline and cable location equipment to safely identify services prior to excavation.
Course duration is approximately 2 hours. 1 hour theory and 1 hour practical.
Price on application.