EUSWNC15c Carry out under-pressure water mains connections to live networks
Overview
This Standard is about carrying out under-pressure water mains connections.
This involves carrying out and testing under-pressure live connections in compliance with approved procedures to ensure protection of water quality and the integrity of water networks.
This Standard is for water network construction operatives who carry out under-pressure water mains connections.
Performance
You must be able to:
follow industry guidance, method statements and work instructions for water connections
work in compliance with water quality and hygiene standards at all times
identify the correct pipe from utility asset drawings and by inspecting the work site
select and prepare equipment and components in line with organisational procedures
pressure test in line with method statements, work instructions and organisational procedures
operate under-pressure drilling equipment in compliance with manufacturer’s instructions
check for leaks and connections in line with organisational procedures
check coupons from drills are retained when dismantling drills
remove excess air from systems in accordance with industry guidance
flush in line with work instructions and within agreed timescales
ensure work practice conforms to safe working procedures at all times
use industry recognised methods to test fittings
seek advice regarding any work that cannot be done to specified standards from appropriate people
inform water companies when connections are complete using approved procedures
complete connection documentation in line with organisational procedures
provide completed work documentation in line with organisational procedures
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand:
water company Design and Construction Specifications (DCS) and organisational procedures for under-pressure operations to live networks and testing under pressure drill and fittings
how to interpret utility asset drawings, method statements and work instructions
how to observe street furniture, surface boxes and other indicators of pipe location
equipment and tools required for under-pressure mains connections and how to select, prepare, use and dismantle them
the role, importance of and procedures for pressure testing, flushing and removing excess air from systems
approved types of under-pressure connection and jointing procedures
hygiene procedures related to ensuring the integrity and cleanliness of water supplies and the importance of personal hygiene
relevant health and safety legislation including types and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
approved signals, signs and barriers for securing and making the work area safe
company procedures and lines of responsibility for clarifying instructions, seeking advice and updating on progress
organisational documentation requirements and how to complete and store them
EUSWNC15c Carry out under-pressure water mains connections to live networks
Overview
This Standard is about carrying out under-pressure water mains connections.
This involves carrying out and testing under-pressure live connections in compliance with approved procedures to ensure protection of water quality and the integrity of water networks.
This Standard is for water network construction operatives who carry out under-pressure water mains connections.
Performance
You must be able to:
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand: