SF6 Training and Certification
Since the Fluorinated Greenhouse Gas Regulations were revised in 2014, if you carry out any activities that directly involve the recovery or handling of SF6 from high voltage (HV) switchgear, then you need to have passed a theoretical and practical examination in SF6 handling and hold a certificate of competence issued by an accredited certification body.
EA Technology is DEFRA accredited to offer this training and assessment which includes theory and practical assessments to confirm your knowledge, understanding and compliance with UK regulations and procedures. These assessments lead to certification of competence for successful candidates.
*EU 517/2014, 2015/2065, 2015/2066 and 2015/2068 have been retained in UK legislation, but have been amended due to the UK leaving the EU and now only apply in the UK.
Day one
Introduction and Environmental Issues
- Properties of SF6
- Applications
- Environmental Issues
- Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases
- Regulations
- Training and Certification Requirements
SF6 Chemistry and Testing
- Chemistry of in-service SF6
- Degradation processes
- Laboratory and site testing
- Measuring instruments
- Case Study
Handling
- Entering substations with SF6 equipment
- Handling of new and used SF6
- Recovering SF6
- Filling and topping-up switchgear
- PPE Requirements
- Neutralising SF6 Decomposition
- Products
- Dealing with emergency release of SF6
Gas Handling Equipment and Leak Detection
- Re-use concept for SF6
- Components of gas handling equipment
- Quantifying gas used
- Leakage detection
Storage and Transportation
- Legal requirements
- Suitable storage conditions
- Transportation of SF6
Day two
Practical Demonstrations
- Gas sampling
- Checking SF6 gas quality
- Operation of SF6 recovery equipment
- Recovery of SF6 from switchgear
- Filling and topping-up procedures
SF6 Filled Switchgear
- History
- Types of designs
- Gas density/pressure monitoring
Disposal and Recycling
- Procedures for end of life disposal
- Re-use categories
- Options for final disposal
Theory Assessment
Pre-assessment Briefing/Practice Session
Practical Assessment – Part 1
- Gas sampling
- Checking SF6 gas quality
- Working on open SF6 compartment
Practical Assessment – Part 2
- Operation of SF6 recovery equipment
- Recovery of SF6 from switchgear
- Filling and topping-up procedures
Programme may be subject to amendment
£900
Course duration 2 Days
Course Location Capenhurst, Chester
12 Hours
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Competence Certificate and Competency Card