Description
H001+ Introduction to Solid Fuel
- Types of solid fuels and the factors affecting fuel selection
- Fuel preparation, seasoning and storage
- Appliance types and operating principles
- Principles of safe combustion of solid fuels
- Industry rules, regulations and standards
- Identifying and responding to unsafe conditions
Assessment Method: Theory
Course Outcome: HETAS Statement of Results
Prerequisites: No previous experience necessary
Next Steps: Successful candidates can progress on to other HETAS courses.
H003 (DS) – Dry Appliance Installer Defined Scope
Following on from your H001+, this course relates to the installation of solid fuel dry appliances. Suitable for candidates who do not intend to progress to the H005DE Biomass Training & Assessment.
- Solid fuel and the factors affecting fuel selection
- Fuel preparation, seasoning & storage requirements
- Appliance types and operating principles
- Safe combustion of solid fuels
- Industry rules, regulations & standards
- Identifying & responding to unsafe situations
- Chimneys, flues & terminals
- Air supply & ventilation
- Installation of hearths & fireplaces
- Commissioning & handover of dry appliances
- Identification of faults & the correct use of terminals
- Service & Maintenance of dry solid fuel appliances
Assessment Method: Theory & Practical.
Course Duration: Three days
Course Outcome: HETAS Statement of Results
Prerequisites: H001+ (if no previous experience)
Next Steps: Joining the HETAS Competent Person, Approved Servicing or Sweep Schemes.
H006 – System Chimneys
Following successful completion of your H003 (DS) course, the final step is to undertake this one-day course regarding system chimneys
- Chimneys, flues and terminals
- Installation, design and testing of twin-wall system chimneys and connecting pipes
- Industry rules, regulations & standards
Assessment Method: Theory & Practical
Course Duration: One day
Course Outcome: HETAS Statement of Results
Prerequisites: Compulsory – HETAS H003/DS Dry Appliance Installer course or H005DE Biomass Installer course.
Next Steps: Successful candidates can register the competence of the installation of internal system chimneys.
Course Location: Mr Soot Training Centre, 7 Tower Enterprise Park, Wigan, WN3 4DP



















