EUSR Endorsed Electro Fusion Welding

Course details

This EUSR-endorsed electrofusion welding training course is designed for operatives who carry out welding using electro-fusion techniques for polyethylene pipework, primarily within the utilities sector. Our training ensures learners are competent in performing high-quality joints in accordance with industry standards.

This electro fusion training is suitable for individuals installing water, gas, and other pipelines and needing a recognised qualification for safe and compliant work.

This course is ideal for

• Utility operatives and contractors
• New entrants seeking welding training courses
• Experienced workers needing formal electrofusion certification

Whether you're looking for training courses in welding or specialising in electro fusion welding, this practical course ensures high standards and safety compliance.

• Those candidates possessing little to no experience of welding Polyethylene Pipe by the means of Electro Fusion welding processes should select the 2-day course. 
• Experienced Electro Fusion Welders seeking certification, or a refresher qualification should select the 1-day course.

Electrofusion welding of Polyethylene (PE) pipes for utility network systems. Developed to give UK Utility Infrastructure providers employees competence training.

Techniques are applicable for both types of materials, which are PE80 (MDPE) and PE100 (HDPE or HPPE).

This training course has been mapped to CABWI MUN10 (NCO water) and City and Guilds 6028-210 (NCO Gas) as well as BS ISO 12176-2:2008+A1:2021

What You’ll Learn

Participants will gain practical and theoretical knowledge in:

• The electrofusion welding process
• Understanding pipe materials and preparation
• Correct use of electrofusion control boxes and fittings
• Jointing techniques and procedures
• Health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Visual and destructive inspection of welds

The course includes assessment leading to EUSR registration, validating the operative’s competency.

Course content

1. Understand the principles of Polyethylene (PE) Jointing (Electrofusion Welding)
2. Identify pipe and fittings and understand markings
3. Carry out Risk Assessments
4. Carry out pre-jointing checks
5. Make satisfactory joints
6. Inspect for and identify acceptable quality joints
7. Understand Traceability options

Assessment

A variety of activities, oral, multiple choice, and written questions plus onsite assessment.

Certificates

Once the delegate has successfully completed the course and assessment, the results will be submitted to the awarding body and cards will be issued to the delegate in due course.

Certification for this course is valid for 3 years from the date of training. To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake the assessment before the expiry date on your card.

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If you have any questions about this or any other course, please get in touch on 01926 674340