UTI Qualification and Training meets the needs of today's Operators, Contractors and Plumbers through its strong associations with the industry itself. With a rich background of engineering services for the gas industry, classes blend real world experience with auditable knowledge based testing. UTI is fully certified by IACET (International Association for Continuing Education and Training) and is supported by Industrial Training Services (ITS) Training Modules. Please contact the Training Department at UTI for additional information concerning any training or qualification modules: Phone 614-879-7316 or email training@uti-corp.com . Training is provided at the UTI facilities in the Columbus, Ohio area or can be arranged at your facility to meet your training needs.Click here to view our training schedule. NOTE: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the schedule. You can download Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Adobe website. Federal Gas Pipeline Requirements As of October 29, 2002 the federal government requires any individual who installs, replaces, or repairs service lines and meter settings must be Operator Qualified in accordance with Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation Part 192, Subpart N. Operator Qualification is a federally mandated program of the Department of Transportation's Office of Pipeline Safety. It requires pipeline operators to develop and maintain a written qualification program for individuals performing covered tasks on pipeline facilities. The intent of this qualification is to ensure a qualified workforce and to reduce the probability and consequence of incidents caused by human error. UTI offers development of OQ written programs and training courses to meet these federally mandated training requirements as well as providing gas operations related training programs to meet specific industry requirements. UTI has led the development effort for OQ training programs for meeting the needs of companies in the Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and West Virginia areas. Listed below by category is a series of training courses offered: NOTE: Click on a training course below to view the objectives. Best viewed using Internet Explorer SERVICE LINE/PLUMBER OQ SERIES (Regulated by 49 CFR 192.805 - Qualification of Pipeline Personnel) F-2, H-1, H-2, M-3, I-1P, M-7P, M10 Re-qualification is required at intervals determined by the specific gas operator (usually every 3 years) F-1 Join Plastic Pipe with Fusion (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe using Butt Fusion, Socket Fusion, Sidewall Fusion, Electro-fusion Control Static Electricity on plastic piping F-2 Join Plastic Pipe with Mechanical Fittings (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe with mechanical compression & stab type fittings Control Static Electricity on plastic piping Hands-on skills assessment H-1 Install Meter and Regulator Sets Identify installation procedures for domestic gas meters and regulator sets H-2 Install Service Lines Installation of domestic gas service lines I-1 Controlling Corrosion (4 tasks) Inspection of exposed piping for evidence of atmospheric corrosion M-3 Test Service Lines Test domestic gas service lines I-1P Controlling Corrosion (4 tasks) Inspection of exposed piping for evidence of atmospheric corrosion M-7P Prevent Accidental Ignition (Plumbers / Contractors) Identify conditions, causes, and possible hazards related to gas leakage M-10 Abandon/Deactivate gas pipeline systems Identify procedures basic to abandoning / deactivating gas pipeline facilities CONTRACTOR OQ SERIES F-1, F-2, H-1, H-2, G1, I-1 series, L-2, L-3(s), L-2(S), L-2(L), M-1, M-2, M-3, M-4, M-5, M-6, M-7, M-8, M-9, M-10 F-1 Join Plastic Pipe with Fusion (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe using Butt Fusion, Socket Fusion, Sidewall Fusion, Electro-fusion Control Static Electricity on plastic piping F-2 Join Plastic Pipe with Mechanical Fittings (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe with mechanical compression & stab type fittings Control Static Electricity on plastic piping G-1 Verifying Excavating and Backfilling Operations That Minimize Excavation Damage to Pipeline Facilities H-1 Install Meter and Regulator Sets Identify installation procedures for domestic gas meters and regulator sets H-2 Install Service Lines Installation of domestic gas service lines I-1P Controlling Corrosion (4 tasks) Inspection of exposed piping for evidence of atmospheric corrosion L-2 Purge Pipelines (large and small) L-3(s) Monitor Odorant M-1 Perform leakage and patrolling surveys Perform leakage and patrolling surveys of gas distribution / transmission piping facilities M-2 Locate and mark underground facilities Identify needs and methods for locating underground structures Identify operational requirements of buried metal pipe locators. Locate and Mark underground facilities. M-3 Test Service Lines Test domestic gas service lines M-4 Inspect and test pressure limit stations, relief devices and pressure regulating stations Identify basic concepts of pressure limiting and regulating situations Test relief valves Inspect and test instrument controllers. M-5 Maintain line valves in gas transmission/distribution piping Identify principles and maintenance schedules of gas control valves. Proper use and care of high pressure grease guns. M-6 Monitor compression station gas detection equipment Identify principles of combustion and toxic gas detection. Monitor compressor station gas detection equipment. M-7FR Prevent Accidental Ignition (Operators) Identify conditions, causes, and possible hazards related to gas leakage M-8 Installing / Replacing and Repairing Natural Gas Pipelines Identify safe working practices. Identify construction practices basic to installing/replacing gas piping. Identify construction practices basic to repairing gas piping. I-1.9, I-1.10 Inspect and Monitor for Internal Corrosion Identify safe working practices. Identify construction practices basic to installing/replacing gas piping. Identify construction practices basic to repairing gas piping. Inspect and monitor for internal corrosion M-9 Repair/protect cast iron pipe M-10 Abandon/Deactivate gas pipeline systems Identify procedures basic to abandoning/deactivating gas pipeline facilities MASTER METER OQ SERIES M-1, M-2, M-5, M-7, M-8 M-1 Perform leakage and patrolling surveys Perform leakage and patrolling surveys of gas distribution / transmission piping facilities M-2 Locate and mark underground facilities Identify needs and methods for locating underground structures Identify operational requirements of buried metal pipe locators. Locate and Mark underground facilities. M-5 Maintain line valves in gas transmission/distribution piping Identify principles and maintenance schedules of gas control valves. Proper use and care of high pressure grease guns. M-7 Prevent Accidental Ignition (Operators) Identify conditions, causes, and possible hazards related to gas leakage M-8 Installing / Replacing and Repairing Natural Gas Pipelines I-1.9, I-1.10 Inspect and Monitor for Internal Corrosion Identify safe working practices. Identify construction practices basic to installing/replacing gas piping. Identify construction practices basic to repairing gas piping. Inspect and monitor for internal corrosion INITIAL TRAINING: Fusion, Mechanical Joining, and The Gas Distribution Series Modules F-1, F-2, GDS (Gas Distribution Systems) modules F-1 Join Plastic Pipe with Fusion (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe using Butt Fusion, Socket Fusion, Sidewall Fusion, Electro-fusion Control Static Electricity on plastic piping F-2 Join Plastic Pipe with Mechanical Fittings (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe with mechanical compression & stab type fittings Control Static Electricity on plastic piping Hands-on skills assessment Gas Distribution Systems Series GDS 1.1 Identifying Procedures / Processes Basic to Producing, Transporting, and Distributing Natural Gas GDS 1.2 Identifying Basic Properties of fuel Gases GDS 1.3 Adjusting Gas Burners for Proper Combustion GDS 1.4 Measuring & Regulating Natural Gas in a Distribution System GDS 2.1 Detecting and Pinpointing Gas Leaks GDS 2.2 Investigating Reported Gas Leaks and Odors in Buildings GDS 2.3 Locating & Marking Underground Pipeline Facilities GDS 2.6 Investigating for Carbon Monoxide GDS 3.1 Identifying Procedures to Consider When Establishing Gas Service GDS 3.12 Inspecting for Irregularities in the Condition of Meter Regulator Installations GDS 3.2 Inspecting, Pressure Testing & Leak Checking Housepiping GDS 3.10 Inspecting & Maintaining Valves Commonly Used in Natural Gas SystemsGDS 4.7 Repairing Steel and Plastic Pipe in Natural Gas Systems GDS 4.9 Identifying Techniques Common to Purging Pipelines Additional Training is available for the following: Construction Operation and Maintenance Emergency Response Fire School Reading Meters Investigating Leaks and Odors in Buildings Placing In Service Gas Operated Equipment International Fuel Gas Code Propane Qualifications Kuhlman Gauge Code Compliance and Quality Control DOT Parts 190, 191, 192 and 199 OSHA EPA Review of your operation and records in such areas as: Corrosion Leakage Regulations MAOP's Odorization Integrity Management
Please contact the Training Department at UTI for additional information concerning any training or qualification modules: Phone 614-879-7316 or email training@uti-corp.com .
Federal Gas Pipeline Requirements As of October 29, 2002 the federal government requires any individual who installs, replaces, or repairs service lines and meter settings must be Operator Qualified in accordance with Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation Part 192, Subpart N. Operator Qualification is a federally mandated program of the Department of Transportation's Office of Pipeline Safety. It requires pipeline operators to develop and maintain a written qualification program for individuals performing covered tasks on pipeline facilities. The intent of this qualification is to ensure a qualified workforce and to reduce the probability and consequence of incidents caused by human error.
UTI offers development of OQ written programs and training courses to meet these federally mandated training requirements as well as providing gas operations related training programs to meet specific industry requirements. UTI has led the development effort for OQ training programs for meeting the needs of companies in the Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and West Virginia areas. Listed below by category is a series of training courses offered:
NOTE: Click on a training course below to view the objectives. Best viewed using Internet Explorer
SERVICE LINE/PLUMBER OQ SERIES
F-1 Join Plastic Pipe with Fusion (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe using Butt Fusion, Socket Fusion, Sidewall Fusion, Electro-fusion Control Static Electricity on plastic piping F-2 Join Plastic Pipe with Mechanical Fittings (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe with mechanical compression & stab type fittings Control Static Electricity on plastic piping Hands-on skills assessment H-1 Install Meter and Regulator Sets Identify installation procedures for domestic gas meters and regulator sets H-2 Install Service Lines Installation of domestic gas service lines I-1 Controlling Corrosion (4 tasks) Inspection of exposed piping for evidence of atmospheric corrosion M-3 Test Service Lines Test domestic gas service lines I-1P Controlling Corrosion (4 tasks) Inspection of exposed piping for evidence of atmospheric corrosion M-7P Prevent Accidental Ignition (Plumbers / Contractors) Identify conditions, causes, and possible hazards related to gas leakage M-10 Abandon/Deactivate gas pipeline systems Identify procedures basic to abandoning / deactivating gas pipeline facilities
Re-qualification is required annually
M-10 Abandon/Deactivate gas pipeline systems
CONTRACTOR OQ SERIES
F-1 Join Plastic Pipe with Fusion (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe using Butt Fusion, Socket Fusion, Sidewall Fusion, Electro-fusion Control Static Electricity on plastic piping F-2 Join Plastic Pipe with Mechanical Fittings (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe with mechanical compression & stab type fittings Control Static Electricity on plastic piping G-1 Verifying Excavating and Backfilling Operations That Minimize Excavation Damage to Pipeline Facilities H-1 Install Meter and Regulator Sets Identify installation procedures for domestic gas meters and regulator sets H-2 Install Service Lines Installation of domestic gas service lines I-1P Controlling Corrosion (4 tasks) Inspection of exposed piping for evidence of atmospheric corrosion L-2 Purge Pipelines (large and small) L-3(s) Monitor Odorant M-1 Perform leakage and patrolling surveys Perform leakage and patrolling surveys of gas distribution / transmission piping facilities M-2 Locate and mark underground facilities Identify needs and methods for locating underground structures Identify operational requirements of buried metal pipe locators. Locate and Mark underground facilities. M-3 Test Service Lines Test domestic gas service lines M-4 Inspect and test pressure limit stations, relief devices and pressure regulating stations Identify basic concepts of pressure limiting and regulating situations Test relief valves Inspect and test instrument controllers. M-5 Maintain line valves in gas transmission/distribution piping Identify principles and maintenance schedules of gas control valves. Proper use and care of high pressure grease guns. M-6 Monitor compression station gas detection equipment Identify principles of combustion and toxic gas detection. Monitor compressor station gas detection equipment. M-7FR Prevent Accidental Ignition (Operators) Identify conditions, causes, and possible hazards related to gas leakage M-8 Installing / Replacing and Repairing Natural Gas Pipelines Identify safe working practices. Identify construction practices basic to installing/replacing gas piping. Identify construction practices basic to repairing gas piping. I-1.9, I-1.10 Inspect and Monitor for Internal Corrosion Identify safe working practices. Identify construction practices basic to installing/replacing gas piping. Identify construction practices basic to repairing gas piping. Inspect and monitor for internal corrosion M-9 Repair/protect cast iron pipe M-10 Abandon/Deactivate gas pipeline systems Identify procedures basic to abandoning/deactivating gas pipeline facilities
H-1 Install Meter and Regulator Sets
L-2 Purge Pipelines (large and small)
L-3(s) Monitor Odorant
M-1 Perform leakage and patrolling surveys
M-2 Locate and mark underground facilities
M-3 Test Service Lines
M-4 Inspect and test pressure limit stations, relief devices and pressure regulating stations
M-5 Maintain line valves in gas transmission/distribution piping
M-6 Monitor compression station gas detection equipment
M-7FR Prevent Accidental Ignition (Operators)
M-8 Installing / Replacing and Repairing Natural Gas Pipelines
I-1.9, I-1.10 Inspect and Monitor for Internal Corrosion
M-9 Repair/protect cast iron pipe
MASTER METER OQ SERIES
M-1 Perform leakage and patrolling surveys Perform leakage and patrolling surveys of gas distribution / transmission piping facilities M-2 Locate and mark underground facilities Identify needs and methods for locating underground structures Identify operational requirements of buried metal pipe locators. Locate and Mark underground facilities. M-5 Maintain line valves in gas transmission/distribution piping Identify principles and maintenance schedules of gas control valves. Proper use and care of high pressure grease guns. M-7 Prevent Accidental Ignition (Operators) Identify conditions, causes, and possible hazards related to gas leakage M-8 Installing / Replacing and Repairing Natural Gas Pipelines I-1.9, I-1.10 Inspect and Monitor for Internal Corrosion Identify safe working practices. Identify construction practices basic to installing/replacing gas piping. Identify construction practices basic to repairing gas piping. Inspect and monitor for internal corrosion
M-7 Prevent Accidental Ignition (Operators)
INITIAL TRAINING: Fusion, Mechanical Joining, and The Gas Distribution Series Modules
F-1 Join Plastic Pipe with Fusion (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe using Butt Fusion, Socket Fusion, Sidewall Fusion, Electro-fusion Control Static Electricity on plastic piping F-2 Join Plastic Pipe with Mechanical Fittings (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually Identify material specifications and installation practices for polyethylene pipe Join plastic pipe with mechanical compression & stab type fittings Control Static Electricity on plastic piping Hands-on skills assessment Gas Distribution Systems Series GDS 1.1 Identifying Procedures / Processes Basic to Producing, Transporting, and Distributing Natural Gas GDS 1.2 Identifying Basic Properties of fuel Gases GDS 1.3 Adjusting Gas Burners for Proper Combustion GDS 1.4 Measuring & Regulating Natural Gas in a Distribution System GDS 2.1 Detecting and Pinpointing Gas Leaks GDS 2.2 Investigating Reported Gas Leaks and Odors in Buildings GDS 2.3 Locating & Marking Underground Pipeline Facilities GDS 2.6 Investigating for Carbon Monoxide GDS 3.1 Identifying Procedures to Consider When Establishing Gas Service GDS 3.12 Inspecting for Irregularities in the Condition of Meter Regulator Installations GDS 3.2 Inspecting, Pressure Testing & Leak Checking Housepiping GDS 3.10 Inspecting & Maintaining Valves Commonly Used in Natural Gas SystemsGDS 4.7 Repairing Steel and Plastic Pipe in Natural Gas Systems GDS 4.9 Identifying Techniques Common to Purging Pipelines
F-2 Join Plastic Pipe with Mechanical Fittings (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 )
Additional Training is available for the following:
