LCL Awards CORT1 Commercial Radiant Tubes & Plaque Heaters Course
The LCL Awards CORT1 course is aimed at experienced gas engineers seeking qualification to safely commission, service, and repair commercial radiant tube and plaque heaters. These appliances, often used in warehouses, workshops, and large commercial spaces, require specialised knowledge due to their design and operation. This course aligns with current Gas Safe Register requirements and UK gas safety legislation, equipping you with essential skills and official certification to work confidently and compliantly in this niche field.
For those holding the qualification, refresher and reassessment courses are available to keep your certification valid and ensure your skills remain current with industry standards.
Why take the LCL Awards CORT1 qualification?
This qualification enhances your expertise in a specialist area of commercial gas engineering, expanding your range of work to include radiant heating appliances widely used in industrial and commercial premises. Holding the CORT1 certificate demonstrates your commitment to health and safety compliance and professional development within the gas industry.
Our course combines thorough theory with practical training, delivered by knowledgeable tutors and supported by realistic, hands-on scenarios. If you already have the qualification, we also offer refresher courses to maintain your competency and Gas Safe registration.
Overview
The CORT1 course offers an in-depth understanding of commercial radiant tube and plaque heaters, focusing on safe commissioning, servicing, and repair. It covers both theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to meet industry standards and pass Gas Safe assessments.
Summary: Training is comprehensive, covering appliance design, operational principles, safety requirements, fault diagnosis, and maintenance best practices.
Topics include:
- Overview of radiant tube and plaque heater types and applications
- Gas safety legislation and relevant regulations
- Appliance construction and function
- Burner types and control systems specific to radiant appliances
- Commissioning procedures and checks
- Servicing and routine maintenance techniques
- Fault finding, diagnostics, and repair methods
- Ventilation and combustion air supply requirements
- Combustion performance testing and efficiency checks
- Safety controls, alarms, and shutdown mechanisms
- Gas tightness and pressure testing
- Practical use of specialist tools and equipment
- Record keeping and documentation for Gas Safe compliance
- Simulated practical assessments and real-world problem-solving
It certifies you to safely commission, service, and repair commercial radiant tube and plaque heaters under Gas Safe regulations.
Gas engineers with core commercial gas safety qualifications aiming to specialise in radiant heating appliances.
Yes, refresher courses are available to maintain your Gas Safe certification and update your skills.
The course includes a written theory exam and a practical assessment demonstrating your competence.
No, you must hold the relevant core commercial gas safety qualifications before enrolling.
Completing CORT1 enables you to work on commercial radiant tube and plaque heaters within the Gas Safe scheme.
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