NC: Hot water System Installation NQF Level 2
This Qualification is for any individual who is, or wishes to be, involved as a hot water system installer in the plumbing sector. The individual will perform this activity under the supervision and guidance of a qualified plumber. The Qualification contains all the competencies, skills and values required by a learner who may wish to work towards becoming a fully qualified plumber by completing the plumbing qualification is at NQF Level 4. This Qualification could be deemed to be an entry level qualification into the plumbing field.
Explain and apply knowledge of health and safety as it pertains to installation of a hot water system.
Apply knowledge of scaffolding and fall arrest for the installation of a hot water system.
Explain basic plumbing principles and construction drawings to enable installation of hot water system.
Install a solar water heating/hot water system.
This Qualification is for any individual who is, or wishes to be, involved as a hot water system installer in the plumbing sector. The individual will perform this activity under the supervision and guidance of a qualified plumber.
National Certificate: Plumbing L2 (or equivalent).
Mathematical literacy at NQF Level 3.
Communication at NQF Level 3.
14580: Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, Level 3.
116534: Carry out basic first aid treatment in the workplace, Level 3.
242692: Install access equipment for construction work, Level 3.
Plan and prepare for the installation of pipes and mounting of solar water heating system
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Install pipes and pipe fittings
Mount and fit solar water heating system
Prepare and plan for the installation of solar water heating systems in a safe and compliant environment
Conduct maintenance and make repairs to solar water heating systems