This course is intended for Leakage Operatives, and aims to provide learners with advanced leakage detection skills, and a higher level of competence when searching for various types of leaks on a variety of water distribution network mains and services.
The course includes:
- Pipe materials and sound transmission
- Types of pipe failure and characteristic leak noise
- Leaks which produce little or no sound
- Verifying leakage and choosing leakage detection methods with the greatest chance of success
- Using Correlators – survey mode, accelerometers, Hydrophones, velocity checks, interpreting results
- Advanced sounding techniques, choosing acoustic listening devices, using them correctly
- Grid sounding
- Alternative detection methods – roadside water analysis
- Visual searches
- Using mapping systems
- The importance of tracing the pipe
- Accurate pinpointing of excavation sites
- Rapid Assistance for gangs when there is a ‘dry hole’
- Safe working
The course includes expert led theory and practical sessions, on site demonstration & assessment.
Attendees on the course must have a National Water Hygiene Card, and will require PPE for onsite leakage detection