Qualification Code and Qualification Title

OFT18-108S - Commissioning, servicing and maintenance of solid fuel burning appliances.

Assessment Information

Assessment is via multiple choice theory papers, practically assessed worksheets (PAWS), and practical hands-on assessment.

Pre-requisites

Applicants must hold a nationally recognised qualification in chimney sweeping, or a trade associated with solid fuel work.

Course contents

• Health & Safety.

• Legislation.

• Basic operating principles of appliances.

• Fuels.

• Principles of safe combustion.

• Suitability of hearths and fireplace surrounds.

• Suitability of domestic chimneys and flues.

• Inspection of flues and chimneys.

• Air supply.

• Servicing procedures.

• OFTEC Procedures.

• Handover and maintenance.

• Chimney fault-finding.

• Unsafe situations.

Expiry information

Re-assessment is required after five years.

Training Materials

OFTEC Solid Fuel Technical Book..