LCL Awards MET1 Domestic Meters up to U16 (Natural Gas) Course
The LCL Awards Domestic Gas Meters MET1 Course is designed for gas engineers aiming to work safely and competently with domestic gas meters, including primary and secondary meters up to 6m³/h. This qualification meets the standards set by UK gas safety regulations and the ACS framework, making it essential for professionals working in domestic gas meter installation, removal, and maintenance.
Ideal for experienced gas engineers seeking certification or reaccreditation, the course covers vital safety practices and operational skills needed to comply with legal and industry requirements. A reassessment option is available for those renewing their certification, ensuring continued competence in this specialised trade.
Why take the LCL Awards Domestic Gas Meters MET1 Course?
Gaining the MET1 qualification significantly enhances your professional credibility, confirming your ability to handle domestic gas meters safely and effectively. It supports career advancement in the gas industry by opening doors to roles involving meter installation, servicing, and fault diagnosis.
Our course combines thorough theoretical knowledge with practical training delivered by expert tutors. We provide a supportive learning environment, up-to-date materials, and flexible scheduling tailored to the busy lives of working engineers. For those needing reassessment, we offer convenient refresher options to keep your certification current without the need for a full initial course.
Overview
This comprehensive MET1 course thoroughly covers the key competencies gas engineers need when working with domestic gas meters. The curriculum is aligned with LCL Awards and ACS requirements, ensuring up-to-date compliance.
The course covers:
- Introduction to domestic gas meters: types and components
- Gas safety legislation relevant to meter work
- Meter installation procedures and techniques
- Testing and commissioning meters
- Fault diagnosis and rectification
- Safe removal and replacement of meters
- Understanding gas pressure and flow requirements
- Working with primary and secondary meters (up to 6m³/h)
- Use of relevant tools and equipment
- Risk assessments and safe working practices
- Documentation and reporting obligations
- Emergency procedures and incident management
- Practical meter installation and removal exercises
- Preparing for ACS assessment requirements
- Health and safety in confined spaces (where applicable)
- Understanding meter sealing and security
- Compliance with Gas Industry Unsafe Situations Procedure (GIUSP)
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Environmental considerations in gas meter work
- Customer communication and professionalism
- Handling and disposal of old meters
- Use of gas detection and monitoring devices
- Practical tests on meter pressure and flow
- Assessment preparation and exam techniques
…and much more, ensuring engineers gain both knowledge and confidence.
The MET1 certificate is essential for gas engineers working with domestic gas meters, enhancing employability and allowing legal meter installation and maintenance.
Experienced gas engineers with a valid core domestic ACS qualification such as CCN1 are eligible.
Yes, candidates can choose a reassessment pathway to renew their MET1 certification without repeating the full course.
Hands-on meter installation, removal, fault diagnosis, and safety testing are core practical components.
The course adheres to UK Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations, ACS requirements, and LCL Awards standards.
24 hours (Mon-Fri).
