Bpec Water Regulations course

This Bpec Water Regulations course is 1 day training and assessment and covers the knowledge required to be assessed on the Bpec Water Regulation certificate.

We also run the nationally recognised alternative LOGIC Water Regulations course on an assessment only basis.

After successful completion of the course you will be able to apply to your local water company to be an 'approved contractor' for water regulation purposes. This means you can self-certify your plumbing work and also work for housing associations and other various non-government bodies.

You will be able to join the WRAS approved plumbers scheme with this qualification providing you hold other relevant certificates. 

CORGI Plumbing also recognise this qualification for entry to their plumbing competent persons scheme. More details can be found at CORGI Plumbing competent persons scheme.

The home study pack is a comprehensive manual covering all 12 modules with self-test packs.

The course can be arranged at a time to suit the student including weekend assessments. The assessment is an open book multiple choice paper.

For more course information please select the Theory tab above.

Bpec Water Regulations course theory overview:

• Introduction, background and legislation
• The Water Regulations
• Materials and substances in contact with water
• Requirements for water fittings
• Water System Design
• Installation Commissioning
• Cross Connections
• Black flow prevention
• Cold Water Services
• Hot Water Services
• WCs and Urinals
• Sanitary Appliances and water for outside use.

For Frequently Asked Questions please select the Bpec Water Regulations course FAQs tab.

There are no practical assessments on this Bpec Water Regulations course.

Bpec Water Regulations course FAQs:

Key course facts:

Course times: 9am until 4.30pm with 1 hour for lunch
Course duration: 1 day
Payment: Full payment is required on booking
Assessment method: Open book multiple choice paper
Valid for: Lifetime

Q - How do I apply to join the WRAS approved plumber scheme?

A - Visit WRAS Approved Plumbers scheme for more information.

Q - I live in Scotland which water regulations course do I do?

A - The Bpec Water Regulations course certificate is also valid in Scotland. However you might want to book the Bpec Scottish water bylaws instead.

Q - What type of assessment is it?

A - Open book multiple choice examination

Q - Who is the certification body for the Bpec Water Regulations course exam?

A - Bpec

Q - Who accepts Bpec Water Regulations certificate?

A - The UK Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) and all national UK plumbing bodies such as CORGI and IPHE.

Q - What happens if I fail the Bpec Water Regulations examination?

A - You can retake it for no charge, as many times as you want.

Q - I Have difficulty reading and writing, can you help?

A - Yes, we will give you private one to one support and additional time, but not the answers!

Q - How do I get more information about the Bpec Water Regulations course?

A - Call us on 0845 2600 966 or request a brochure pack

Q- How do I book a place on the Bpec Water Regulations course?

A - Book online for your chosen date or call us on 0845 2600 966.

Q- Where do people come from to take Bpec Water Regulations course?

A - We train people from all over the UK for the  Bpec Water Regulations course; York, Leeds, Newcastle, Barnsley, Hull, Sheffield, Manchester, Scunthorpe, Nottingham, Chesterfield, Stockport, Liverpool, Bolton, Oldham, Warrington, Huddersfield, Dewsbury, Halifax, Harrogate, Derby, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, Darlington, Rotherham, Doncaster, Nottingham, Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, East Yorkshire, Humberside, Grimsby, Cleveland, Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Lincoln, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Northern England, Midlands, Birmingham, West Midlands; they come from national plumbing and heating companies, self-employed plumbers, builders, gas engineers, solar electrical engineers and renewable energy engineers, London, South East, Bristol, Birmingham, UK.

For more general frequently asked questions please see our main FAQ page or book online.