Level 1 Certificate in Network Construction Operations (Gas)

• Provide learners with the basic skills and knowledge needed to work safely on the UK gas network
• Develop the ability to assist in locating and avoiding supply apparatus and sub-structures
• Build competence in excavating holes and trenches under supervision
• Ensure learners can assist in preparing for the reinstatement of excavation and pavement surfaces
• Develop understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation relevant to gas network construction
• Build knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in gas network construction
• Ensure learners understand how to maintain a safe and secure working environment
• Develop the ability to contribute to an efficient and effective workplace
• Support learners in building and maintaining effective working relationships
• Prepare learners for progression onto the Level 2 Diploma in Network Construction Operations (Gas)

• Level 1 scheme briefing and portfolio development
• Fire control
• Emergency first aid
• Breathing apparatus
• Health, safety, and environmental legislation
• Assisting in locating and avoiding supply apparatus and sub-structures
• Excavating holes and trenches under supervision
• Jointing techniques
• Testing and purging
• Use of tools and equipment associated with gas network operations
• Avoidance of underground utilities
• Basic signing, lighting, and guarding (NRSWA)
• Assisting in preparing for reinstatement of excavation and pavement surfaces
• Contributing to an efficient and effective work environment
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Portfolio-based competence assessment, including practical tasks and oral questioning

This course is aimed at network operatives and engineers who are new to, or just starting out in, gas network construction, whether employed directly by an asset owner or through an outsourced operations company. It’s particularly suited to trainees, apprentices, and new starters needing formal NCO1 qualifications, as well as operatives supporting pipeline and excavation activities under supervision.

Learners should have a good understanding of spoken and written English, and while prior experience in the gas industry is preferred, it is not essential to begin this qualification.

City and Guilds