Are you fully aware of the benefits of having competent steam boiler operators?
- Safety: Boilers can be dangerous if not operated correctly, and a competent operator can help ensure that steam boilers are operated safely and in compliance with relevant regulations.
- Efficiency: Competent operators can help optimise the operation of the boiler, ensuring that it runs efficiently and therefore consumes the least amount of fuel possible, which will lower the overall running costs.
- Maintenance: A competent operator can help to identify potential problems with the boiler and take appropriate action to prevent them from turning into major issues. This can prolong the life of the boiler, maintain its operating efficiencies and reduce the need for costly repairs.
- Record Keeping: Keeping accurate records of the boiler’s operation, including fuel consumption, maintenance records, and safety inspection records can be useful in identifying trends and making decisions about how to operate the boiler more efficiently.
- Compliance: Operators can help facilities ensure compliance with local and national regulations regarding the operation of boilers, preventing penalties and fines.
- Reliability: Skilled operators can assure continuity of operation, avoiding downtime and ensuring that the best quality and correct amount of steam is produced as required.
With regard to operator competence however, the boiler manufacturer should be considered the first point of contact and best suited to provide training for specific boiler operation.
Additionally, being the manufacturer, they will have sufficient industry experience to ensure the information is delivered at the correct level and in the right context.
Alternatively, per the HSE's INDG436 (Safe management of industrial steam and hot water boilers), training should at the very least be delivered by those with the appropriate knowledge, training and assessment skills on their own equipment.
To help them become competent operators, Fulton has created affordable training courses aimed at boiler operation, boiler maintenance and water treatment.
Boiler Operator Training
Fulton’s two-day training course, accredited by the globally-recognised City & Guilds of London, has satisfied the boiler operational training requirements of hundreds of clients. The course bridges the gap between the more expensive courses that can cost thousands per employee - and straightforward ‘toolbox’ training.
Water Treatment Training
Our one day water treatment training course is in line with guidance note document BG04, with training carried out on a client's site with up to 6 operatives attending.
Practical Boiler Training
Fulton’s one-day practical training course is an extension of the boiler operator course and aimed at staff dealing with ongoing basic boiler routines and maintenance. Training is carried out on site and by a water treatment specialist using customer equipment to ensure appropriate training is given.
CPD Training
Fulton's VSRT Boiler Operation & Maintenance and Vertical Tubeless Boiler Operation & Maintenance courses are suitable for CPD training.
