YOUR ROUTE TO A LUCRATIVE OIL TECHNICAL CAREER

Gastec is an accredited centre for the training and assessment of operatives requiring accreditation for the installation of oil fired appliances and storage tanks with OFTEC.

Before its closure last year The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister expressed concern at the level of qualification possessed by many heating oil installers - many of whom are qualified in only one specific area of the job, yet work on other installations they know little about.

So was the ODPM right to be worried - is it too easy to qualify to work on what are potentially environmentally dangerous installations? After all, both installers and consumers are now liable to face the consequences of costly oil spills - something oil installers should think carefully about before embarking on a career in the industry.

Would-be heating oil installers must hold a current certificate of assessed competence before they can apply for OFTEC registration. To get a certificate, they need to pass one of the following assessments:

OFT 101

Domestic light / commercial oil firing system commissioning, service and assessment of pressure jet burners training and assessment.

This training module and assessment course is for installers who want to become OFTEC registered as service technicians of pressure jet appliances. It covers the regulations and standards that apply to oil fired pressure jet heating installations and installation practice. The OFTEC registration is as a Domestic Light / commercial Oil Firing System Service Technician of Pressure Jet Burners designed for the experienced technician.

The Training Objective:

• Safety requirements
• Types of oil firing burners
• British Standards and Document L1 Building Regulations
• Fuel Feed-Pipe-work
• Flue and Ventilation
• Boiler commissioning
• Burner system, fault finding
• Thermostatic Controls
• Insulation
• Advanced Energy Efficiency

OFT 105E

Domestic light / commercial oil firing system installation course and assessment with energy efficiency module.

This training module and assessment course for the installer who want to become OFTEC registered as installation technicians. It covers the regulations and the standards that apply to the oil fired installations and installations practice. The OFTEC registration is as a Domestic Light / Commercial Oil Firing Systems Installer Technician.

The Training Objectives:

• Safety requirements
• Types of oil firing and cooking equipment
• Oil storage (less than 3500litres)
• Fuel Feed-Pipe-work
• Flueing and Ventilation
• Boiler changeover
• Heating System Design including L1

OFT 600A

Domestic light / commercial oil storage Tank Installation course and assessment.

This training module and assessment covering the installation and maintenance of oil storage tanks in the Domestic / Light Commercial sector. The course is for installers who wants to become OFTEC registered as specialists in tank installation. It covers the regulations and standards that apply to oil fired tanks, the installations and installation practice. The OFTEC registration is as a Domestic Light / Commercial Oil Firing Tank Installation Technician.

The Training Objectives:

• Safety requirements
• Codes of Practice
• Building Regulations and Planning consent
• Types of oil and their indemnification
• Steel and Thermoplastic oil storage more than 3500litres
• Constructional Standards
• Tank Fittings
• Fuel Feed Pipe-work
• System Design including L1
• Thermostatic Controls
• Gauges and overfill Alarm
• Contaminations Problems
• Maintenance
At GASTEC, you are given undivided attention and will work in comfortable air-conditioned classrooms. Our workshops are designed to allow every student to work in a stress-free and user-friendly manner. Each individual has their own tool kit and is allocated set work areas dependant on the tasks being undertaken. All work is overseen by a qualified instructor who will offer advice and help, usually in a one-to-one situation.

Our Domestic Oil Intermediate course is fully accredited with CSkilIs and is recognised as an approved training method by OFTEC the Oil watchdog. The course has been designed around our experience in the industry.  And we wish to provide you with a totally honest appraisal so you understand what getting qualified as an Oil Operative is all about. If we can help you appreciate the commitment you will require, we think you will be better prepared to successfully complete your training.

WHY CHOOSE GASTEC?

We, at GASTEC, in a shorter space of time, have the expertise and ability to train all our students to a proficient level in basic Oil work. This enables them to cope with a wide variety of work that Oil engineers do in the domestic market place.

We at GASTEC were the first centre to run intermediate-level Gas courses for CSkills. Our courses have been structured to suit all that wish to either upskill or change career, We have packed a great deal of information into them. As a result, the Oil courses are equally intensive, and require a high level of commitment.

Our State-of-the-art training centre has a wide range of appliances, with several workstations, to ensure that there is no waiting around for a task to become free. Hands-on training is provided on Oil Fired Equipment both Domestic & Commercial applications.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whilst we can offer no guarantees of success, since this is totally dependent on your ability, We have achieved a 100% success rate for candidates going on to achieve OFTEC accreditation.  For the few people that have struggled, we have provided additional one-on-one training and support, to assist them in demonstrating competence to the assessor.

How GASTEC Delivers the Domestic Oil Intermediate Course:

CSkills Oil Certificates are recognized by OFTEC and successful completion of the course enables candidates to Join the OFTEC Members scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q   Does your course lead to a recognised qualification.
A   YES, Our course leads to the OFTEC OFT 101, OFT105 & OFT600

Q   I am a complete beginner, is this course for me?
A    Yes, Our course is designed for people who are seeking a career change and we start with the very basics.

Q   How long will it take to get my qualifications?
A   Our Course is 10 Days full time.

Q   When will I be able to start working as an Oil Operative?
A   You can start work straight after you have finished your Assessments provided it is with an employer. If you wish to go self employed then you will need to apply to OFTEC for registration with them. You will possess all the relevant qualifications to satisfy them on registration.

Q   I want to be a self employed Oil Operative and start my own business, can I do this?
A   YES, Our course is aimed at preparing you manually and technically for self employment and you can start working as soon as you have carried out the answer to the question above, the course will however not cover “LAW or TAX related issues”

Q   What if I fail an assessment?
A   You will be allowed to re-sit an assessment as many times as is necessary. if you fail an assessment, you may retake it but a charge will be made for the additional time required. However, please note that we will not put you into an assessment until we think you will succeed so the onus is on you to prove you’re up to it.

Q   I live too far to travel every day, do you have accommodation?
A   Accommodation is abundant in Milton Keynes. A full comprehensive list of local hotels, B&B is available on this site.

Q   Why is your course only 10 Days but colleges longer?
A   Our course covers the same syllabus and the same qualifications, However, our course is full time 5 days a week and also our students are all career changers rather than school leavers so we can proceed at a much faster pace. We also have small class sizes and most importantly, because each student is paying a fee, the dedication and attention of students is very high.

Q   I am an existing Plumber working without any qualifications; I want to get my OFTEC do I need to do your course?
A   Yes Because of the OFTEC criteria you will need attend a recognised Training & Assessment program such as ours, Anyway spending 10 days with us has got to be better and cheaper  than numerous months in a college.

Q   When could I begin my course?
A   We run the courses every month so we have spaces available at all times; we do however limit all the courses to 15 candidates dependant on demand, this allows our trainers to give quality time to all trainees.

Q   Why should I enrol with you?
A   Because if you’ve read this far you’re probably serious about a new career. GASTEC gives you all the facts, GASTEC will never mislead you and we consider our training and support is the very best available, “We do not promise “free Lunches or Tool boxes”.  We only deliver what you ask for: A dedicated course giving you knowledge and information relevant to your learning needs in a friendly professional manner with emphasis on quality.

If you require any further information or advice please do not hesitate to contact us on the number below. Please ask for our complete information pack and booking forms and quote “Oil” course.

Telephone: 0800 1958066