Material and Equipment Certificates

Course summary

This one-day course introduction to materials and equipment quality clarifies the difference between accreditation and certification, and demonstrates the importance of QA in procurement. The practical, in-person training identifies the key material and equipment certificates encountered throughout the energy sector. It provides individuals with the confidence to verify certificates and documentation, enabling them to manage and maintain assets successfully.

Course objectives

To provide attendees with the following:

• The confidence to accurately interpret materials and equipment certificates throughout the energy sector
• The skills to understand and apply the information contained within these certificates 
• The ability to verify certificates and documentation, ready to ensure assets are designed, constructed, tested, and maintained safely
• Insight into the key differences between accreditation and certification
• Recognition of the role that quality assurance plays in safe and effective procurement
• An overview of the varied certification and records required across an asset lifecycle
• Insight into the critical importance of certification

Course content

The course comprises presentations, practical activities, and group discussion. Questions are welcomed throughout. Core topics include the following:

• Who issues certificates, e.g., accreditation bodies, notification bodies, certification bodies and suppliers
• The range of certificates you will encounter in different environments and processes
• Guidance on the different types of equipment certificates, including ATEX and DSEAR
• The distinction between material certificates and certificates of conformity
• Why traceability is crucially important

Who should attend?

This course provides valuable learning for: Design Engineers, Project / Construction Engineers, Project Managers, Engineering Policy Managers, Site Inspectors, Site Supervisors, Quality Managers, Quality Engineers

Trainer profile

Peter Christie is a Chartered Engineer with over 45 years’ experience in the gas industry. He has delivered key leadership roles within operations, asset management, and health, safety & environment. Before pursuing a new direction in consultancy, Peter was Quality Assurance Manager for Northern Gas Networks.

Peter has in-depth knowledge across all pressure tiers of the UK gas network. For six years he has been assisting QEM Solutions with the implementation of compliance audits and consultancy services focused on the Gas Safety Management Regulations, emergency preparedness, asset records, competence management and material supply.

Testimonials

Don’t take our word for it, this is what delegates on previous courses have to say:

“Nice delivery of the subject matter and clear explanation of terms.”
“Very informative, good pace.”
“In depth explanation and light-hearted approach.”
“Covered a wide range of the type of documentation and certification we can expect to see in the industry and how to check compliance.”

Joining instructions

Once you have booked you will be sent your delegate joining instructions nearer the date of the course.  

Contact info

Email [email protected] or call 01509 678150