Major Work Activity E - Installs and converts fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment
Table of Contents
- Task E-15 Selects, installs and converts fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment
- Task E-16 Selects and installs propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems
- Task E-17 Selects and installs other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems
Task E-15 Selects, installs and converts fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment
Task Descriptor
Gasfitters install and connect appliances to gas piping systems and energy distribution systems. They also install components that convert appliances and systems from one energy source to another.
E-15.01 - Selects appliances and ancillary equipment
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| E-15.01.01P | identify location for appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | location for appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components is identified according to layout, site conditions, job specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.01.02P | measure placement of appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components | placement of appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components is measured according to layout, site conditions, manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.01.03P | select appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications,site requirements, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.01.04P | select valve train components | valve train components are selectedaccording to manufacturers’ specifications, site requirements, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.01.05P | select joining methods | joining methods are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.01.06P | select joining compounds | joining compounds are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.01.07P | select fasteners | fasteners are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.01.08P | select accessories | accessories are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, site requirements, codes, standards and regulations |
Range of Variables
- appliances and ancillary equipment include: hydronic, steam, domestic hot water, hot air systems, humidification, kitchen and process equipment, ovens, kilns, decorative appliances
- appliance and ancillary equipment components include: regulators, valves, overpressure protection, valve trains
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.2, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6, B108), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- valve train components include: solenoids, gas valves, gas valve actuators, regulators, low/high gas pressure switches, firing valves, gauges, burners, manual shutoff valves, thermocouple shutoff valves, dual combination control shutoffs, safety shutoffs with proof of closure, safety vents, input flow control valves, input flow control valves with mechanical stop and low fire stop switches, bypass pressure regulators, pressure test points, valve proving systems, fuel filtrations
- joining methods include: flanged, flared, brazed, welded, press-connect, plastic fusion
- joining compounds include: thread compounds, thread sealing tapes, gaskets, brazing alloys, welding alloys
- fasteners include: rods, anchors, hangers, bolts, clamps, tie wires, zip ties, epoxies
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| E-15.01.01L | demonstrate knowledge of appliances and ancillary equipment, their components, characteristics, applications and operation | identify types of appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of valve train components, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
| describe operating principles of appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | ||
| identify burner types | ||
| describe principles and concepts of gas utilization | ||
| describe fuel types and characteristics | ||
| describe principles of combustion | ||
| describe input gas pressures, flow rates and British Thermal Units per hour (Btuh) inputs | ||
| interpret information pertaining to appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components, found on drawings and specifications | ||
| E-15.01.02L | demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to install appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | identify training and certification requirements to install appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components |
| E-15.01.03L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components |
| identify certifying bodies responsible for appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components |
Range of Variables
- appliances and ancillary equipment include: hydronic, steam, domestic hot water, hot air systems, humidification, kitchen and process equipment, ovens, kilns, decorative appliances
- appliance and ancillary equipment components include: regulators, valves, overpressure protection, valve trains
- valve train components include: solenoids, gas valves, gas valve actuators, regulators, low/high gas pressure switches, firing valves, gauges, burners, manual shutoff valves, thermocouple shutoff valves, dual combination control shutoffs, safety shutoffs with proof of closure, safety vents, input flow control valves, input flow control valves with mechanical stop and low fire stop switches, bypass pressure regulators, pressure test points, valve proving systems, fuel filtrations
- burner types include: nozzle mix, pre-mix (zero-governor), diffusion, rectifier, raw gas, low NOX, atmospheric, immersion, forced draft, induced draft, fan assist, infrared, radiant, dual fuel
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.2, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6, B108), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
E-15.02 - Installs appliances and ancillary equipment
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| E-15.02.01P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-15.02.02P | install hangers and supports | hangers and supports are installed according to site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.02.03P | lift and move appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components into place | appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components are lifted and moved into place according to site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.02.04P | secure and place appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components in supports | appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components are secured and placed in supports using fasteners according to drawings and manufacturers’ specifications |
| E-15.02.05P | secure and align appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components to housekeeping pads | appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components are secured and aligned to housekeeping pads using fasteners according to drawings and manufacturers’ specifications |
| E-15.02.06P | assemble valve train components | valve train components are assembled according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.02.07P | fasten supports to valve train | supports are fastened to valve train to ensure valve train is supported according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.02.08P | fasten supports to accessories | supports are fastened to accessories according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.02.09P | assemble final connection points | final connection points are assembled using approved joining methods and joining compounds according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.02.10P | verify, set up and confirm operation prior to commissioning | operation is verified, set up and confirmed prior to commissioning |
| E-15.02.11P | update drawings to create as-built final drawings | drawings are updated to create as-built final drawings |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.2, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- appliances and ancillary equipment include: hydronic, steam, domestic hot water, hot air systems, humidification, kitchen and process equipment, ovens, kilns, decorative appliances
- appliance and ancillary equipment components include: regulators, valves, overpressure protection, valve trains
- fasteners include: rods, anchors, hangers, bolts, clamps, tie wires, zip ties, epoxies
- valve train components include: solenoids, gas valves, gas valve actuators, regulators, low/high gas pressure switches, firing valves, gauges, burners, manual shutoff valves, thermocouple shutoff valve, dual combination control shutoff, safety shutoff with proof of closure, safety vent, input flow control valve, input flow control valve with mechanical stop and low fire stop switch, bypass pressure regulator, pressure test points, valve proving system, fuel filtration
- joining methods include: flanged, flared, brazed, welded, press-connect, plastic fusion
- joining compounds include: thread compounds, thread sealing tapes, gaskets, brazing alloys, welding alloys
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| E-15.02.01L | demonstrate knowledge of appliances and ancillary equipment, their components, accessories, characteristics, applications and operation | identify types of appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components and accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components and accessories | ||
| identify types of valve train components, and describe their characteristics and applications | ||
| identify burner types | ||
| describe principles and concepts of gas utilization | ||
| describe fuel types and characteristics | ||
| describe principles of combustion | ||
| describe input gas pressures, flow rates and Btuh inputs | ||
| interpret information pertaining to appliances, ancillary equipment, and their components found on drawings and specifications | ||
| E-15.02.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | identify tools and equipment used to install appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install appliances and ancillary equipment | ||
| describe procedures to install appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | ||
| E-15.02.03L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install valve trains and their components | identify tools and equipment used to install valve trains and their components, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install valve trains and their components | ||
| describe procedures to install valve trains and their components | ||
| E-15.02.04L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install appliance and ancillary equipment accessories | identify tools and equipment used to install appliance and ancillary equipment accessories, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install appliance and ancillary equipment accessories | ||
| describe procedures to install appliance and ancillary equipment accessories | ||
| E-15.02.05L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to appliances and ancillary equipment, andtheir components andaccessories | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components andaccessories |
| identify certifying bodies responsible for appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components andaccessories |
Range of Variables
- appliances and ancillary equipment include: hydronic, steam, domestic hot water, hot air systems, humidification, kitchen and process equipment, ovens, kilns, decorative appliances
- appliance and ancillary equipment components include: regulators, valves, overpressure protection, valve trains
- burner types include: nozzle mix, pre-mix (zero-governor), diffusion, rectifier, raw gas, low NOX, atmospheric, immersion, forced draft, induced draft, fan assist, infrared, radiant, dual fuel
- procedures to install appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components include: identifying location, measuring placement, installing hangers and supports, lifting and moving equipment into place, securing and placing equipment in supports, securing and aligning equipment to housekeeping pads
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- hazards include: energy sources, environmental, working at heights, confined spaces, hazardous materials (e.g., mercury, silica, asbestos, ceramic fibre insulation, lead)
- procedures to install valve trains and their components include:selecting valve train components, joining compounds and fasteners, installing hangers and supports, assembling valve train components, fastening supports to valve train, assembling final connection points
- procedures to install appliance and ancillary equipment accessories include: selecting accessories, joining compounds and fasteners; fastening support to accessories; assembling final connection points
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.2, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- fasteners include: rods, anchors, hangers, bolts, clamps, tie wires, zip ties, epoxies
- valve train components include: solenoids, gas valves, gas valve actuators, regulators, low/high gas pressure switches, firing valves, gauges, burners, manual shutoff valves, thermocouple shutoff valve, dual combination control shutoff, safety shutoff with proof of closure, safety vent, input flow control valve, input flow control valve with mechanical stop and low fire stop switch, bypass pressure regulator, pressure test points, valve proving system, fuel filtration
- joining methods include: flanged, flared, brazed, welded, press-connect, plastic fusion
- joining compounds include: thread compounds, thread sealing tapes, gaskets, brazing alloys, welding alloys
E-15.03 - Installs fuel conversion components
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| E-15.03.01P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-15.03.02P | lift and move fuel conversion components into place | fuel conversion components are lifted and moved into place according to site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.03.03P | secure and place fuel conversion components in supports | fuel conversion components are secured and placed in supports using fasteners according to drawings and manufacturers’ specifications |
| E-15.03.04P | confirm existing equipment hangers and supports are adequate for conversion | existing equipment hangers and supports are adequate for conversion according to job requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.03.05P | confirm venting and electrical components are adequate for conversion | venting and electrical components are adequate for conversion according to job requirements, manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.03.06P | leave previous energy source in safe and environmentally stable condition | previous energy source is left in safe and environmentally stable condition by capping lines and terminating connections |
| E-15.03.07P | assemble fuel conversion components | fuel conversion components are assembled according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.03.08P | fasten supports for fuel conversion components | supports are fastened for fuel conversion components according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.03.09P | assemble final connection points | final connection points are assembled using joining methods and joining compounds according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-15.03.10P | verify, set up and confirm operation prior to commissioning | operation is verified, set up and confirmed prior to commissioning |
| E-15.03.11P | update drawings to create as-built final drawings | drawings are updated to create as-built final drawings |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- fuel conversion components include: orifices, regulators, overpressure protection, piping, gauges, burners, flame rectification, flame safeguards, solenoids, gas valves, gas valve actuators, low/high gas pressure switches, firing valves, manual shutoff valves, thermocouple shutoff valves, dual combination control shutoffs, safety shutoffs with proof of closure, safety vents, input flow control valves, input flow control valves with mechanical stop and low fire stop switches, bypass pressure regulators, pressure test points, valve proving systems, fuel filtration
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.2, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- fasteners include: rods, anchors, hangers, bolts, clamps, tie wires, zip ties, epoxies
- joining methods include: flanged, flared, brazed, welded, press-connect, plastic fusion
- joining compounds include: thread compounds, thread sealing tapes, gaskets, brazing alloys, welding alloys
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| E-15.03.01L | demonstrate knowledge of fuel conversion components, characteristics, applications and operation | identify types of fuel conversion components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify burner types | ||
| describe operating principles of fuel conversion components | ||
| describe principles and concepts of gas utilization | ||
| describe fuel types and characteristics | ||
| describe principles of combustion | ||
| describe input gas pressures, flow rates and Btuh inputs | ||
| describe combustion chamber design and characteristics | ||
| describe venting and air supply requirements | ||
| interpret information pertaining to fuel conversion components found on drawings and specifications | ||
| E-15.03.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install fuel conversion components | identify tools and equipment used to install fuel conversion components, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install fuel conversion components | ||
| describe procedures to install fuel conversion components | ||
| E-15.03.03L | demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to install fuel conversion components | identify training and certification requirements to install fuel conversion components |
| E-15.03.04L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to fuel conversion components | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to fuel conversion components |
| identify certifying bodies responsible for fuel conversion components |
Range of Variables
- fuel conversion components include: orifices, regulators, overpressure protection, piping, gauges, burners, flame rectification, flame safeguards, solenoids, gas valves, gas valve actuators, low/high gas pressure switches, firing valves, manual shutoff valves, thermocouple shutoff valves, dual combination control shutoffs, safety shutoffs with proof of closure, safety vents, input flow control valves, input flow control valves with mechanical stop and low fire stop switches, bypass pressure regulators, pressure test points, valve proving systems, fuel filtration
- burner types include: nozzle mix, pre-mix (zero-governor), diffusion, rectifier, raw gas, low NOX, atmospheric, immersion, forced draft, induced draft, fan assist, infrared, radiant, dual fuel
- procedures to install fuel conversion components include: identifying location, measuring placement, installing hangers and supports, lifting and moving equipment into place, securing and placing equipment in supports
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- hazards include: energy sources, environmental, working at heights, confined spaces, hazardous materials (e.g., mercury, silica, asbestos, ceramic fibre insulation, lead)
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.2, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
Task E-16 Selects and installs propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems
Task Descriptor
Gasfitters install propane and natural gas storage tanks and cylinders, dispensers, safety devices and vaporizers for distribution and use.
E-16.01 - Selects propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| E-16.01.01P | identify location for propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | location for propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components is identified according to layout, site conditions, job specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.01.02P | measure placement of propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | placement of propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components is measured according to layout, site conditions, job specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.01.03P | select propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components are selected according to criteria |
| E-16.01.04P | select components for cryogenic applications | components for cryogenic applications are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.01.05P | select joining compounds | joining compounds are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.01.06P | select fasteners | fasteners are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
Range of Variables
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, vaporizers, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, heaters, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B139, B149.1, B149.2, B149.5, B108, B51), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- criteria include: individual tank capacity, total storage capacity does not exceed restrictions based on facility type and location, system load, design ambient temperature, certification, distance to adjoining properties and buildings, tank location (above or below ground), liquid or gas storage (liquefied petroleum gas [LPG], liquefied natural gas [LNG], compressed natural gas [CNG]), pressure, bulk, fleet or public dispensing, cylinder or vehicle refuelling, horizontal or vertical tank
- joining compounds include: thread compounds, thread sealing tapes, gaskets, brazing alloys, welding alloys
- fasteners include: rods, anchors, hangers, bolts, clamps, tie wires, zip ties, epoxies
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| E-16.01.01L | demonstrate knowledge of propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, their components characteristics, applications and operation | identify propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | ||
| interpret information pertaining to propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems found on drawings and specifications | ||
| describe procedures for sizing propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems | ||
| E-16.01.02L | demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify training and certification requirements to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| E-16.01.03L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| identify certifying bodies responsible for propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
Range of Variables
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, vaporizers, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, heaters, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B139, B149.1, B149.2, B149.5, B108, B51), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
E-16.02 - Installs propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| E-16.02.01P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-16.02.02P | installs hangers and supports | hangers and supports are installed according to site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.02.03P | assemble piping and components | piping and components are assembled according to job specifications, site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.02.04P | confirm placement of vehicle protection barricades in designated space | vehicle protection barricades are in place in designated space according to job specifications, site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.02.05P | place tanks and cylinders on level, solid and non-combustible base, and secure to base | tanks and cylinders are placed on level, solid, non-combustible base and secured to base using fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.02.06P | bury tanks | tanks are buried according to job and manufacturers’ specifications, site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.02.07P | connect manifold and components to distribution system for vapour and liquid withdrawal | manifold and components are connected to distribution system for vapour and liquid withdrawal according to job and manufacturers’ specifications, site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-16.02.08P | verify, set up and confirm operation prior to commissioning | operation is verified, set up and confirmed prior to commissioning |
| E-16.02.09P | update drawings to create as-built final drawings | drawings are updated to create as-built final drawings |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B139, B149.1, B149.2, B149.5, B108, B51), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, vaporizers, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, heaters, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| E-16.02.01L | demonstrate knowledge of propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, their components characteristics, applications and operation | identify propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | ||
| interpret information pertaining to propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems found on drawings and specifications | ||
| describe procedures for sizing propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems | ||
| describe intrinsically safe devices and equipment for hazardous environments and systems | ||
| E-16.02.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems | identify tools and equipment used to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install propane and natural gas handling systems | ||
| describe procedures to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems | ||
| describe input gas pressures, flow rates and system loads | ||
| describe vapour and liquid withdrawal, flaring, and tank and cylinder purging and evacuation procedures | ||
| E-16.02.03L | demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify training and certification requirements to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| E-16.02.04L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| identify certifying bodies responsible for propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
Range of Variables
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, vaporizers, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, heaters, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices
- procedures to install propane and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems include: identifying and preparing location for system; measuring placement of system and components; installing hangers and supports; assembling piping and components; placing tanks and cylinders; burying tanks; selecting piping, supports, fittings and vehicle protection barricades; performing pressure test on piping lines; verifying, setting up and confirming operation prior to commissioning; creating as-built final drawings
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- hazards include: energy sources, liquid burns, vapour pooling of fuel, environmental, working at heights, confined spaces, hazardous materials (e.g., mercury, silica, asbestos, ceramic fibre insulation, lead)
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B139, B149.1, B149.2, B149.5, B108, B51), CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
Task E-17 Selects and installs other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems
Task Descriptor
Gasfitters install other fuel storage tanks and cylinders, piping, safety devices, dispensers and vaporizers for distribution and use. These can include systems for fuels such as hydrogen, biogas, digester gas, landfill gas, oil, diesel, waste oil and manufactured gas. In some jurisdictions, gasfitters may have limitations or require additional certifications to perform work on systems utilizing some fuel gases and liquid fuels.
E-17.01 - Selects other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| E-17.01.01P | identify location for other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | location for other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components is identified according to layout, site conditions, job specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.01.02P | measure placement of other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | placement of other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components is measured according to layout, site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.01.03P | select other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components are selected according to criteria, job specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.01.04P | select joining compounds | joining compounds are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.01.05P | select fasteners | fasteners are selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
Range of Variables
- other fuels (note that certain fuels may not be worked on by gasfitters in some provinces and territories) include: hydrogen, biogas, digester gas, landfill gas, oil, diesel, waste oil, manufactured gas
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, compressors, drip/sediment traps, filters, flame arrestors, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices, electrolysers, flare stacks
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- criteria include: storage capacity, load demand, certification, distance to adjoining properties and buildings, tank location (above or below ground), fuel type, pressure, bulk, fleet or public vehicle dispensing, horizontal or vertical tanks, internal use or supply to gas utility grid, design ambient temperature
- joining compounds include: thread compounds, thread sealing tapes, gaskets, brazing alloys, welding alloys
- fasteners include: rods, anchors, hangers, bolts, clamps, tie wires, zip ties, epoxies
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| E-17.01.01L | demonstrate knowledge of other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation | identify other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components,and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | ||
| interpret information pertaining to other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems found on drawings and specifications | ||
| E-17.01.02L | demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to select other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify training and certification requirements to select other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| E-17.01.03L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| identify certifying bodies responsible for other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
Range of Variables
- other fuels (note that certain fuels may not be worked on by gasfitters in some provinces and territories) include: hydrogen, biogas, digester gas, landfill gas, oil, diesel, waste oil, manufactured gas
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, compressors, drip/sediment traps, filters, flame arrestors, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices, electrolysers, flare stacks
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
E-17.02 - Installs other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| E-17.02.01P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-17.02.02P | install hangers and supports | hangers and supports are installed according to site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.02.03P | assemble piping and components | piping and components are assembled according to job specifications, site conditions, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.02.04P | confirm placement of vehicle protection barricades in designated space | vehicle protection barricades are in place in designated space according to codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.02.05P | place tanks on level, solid and non-combustible base, and secure to base | tanks are placed on level, solid, non-combustible base and secured to base using fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.02.06P | connect manifold and components to distribution system for vapour and liquid withdrawal | manifold and components are connected to distribution system for vapour and liquid withdrawal according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| E-17.02.07P | verify, set up and confirm operation prior to commissioning | operation is verified, set up and confirmed prior to commissioning |
| E-17.02.08P | update drawings to create as-built final drawings | drawings are updated to create as-built final drawings |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, compressors, drip/sediment traps, filters, flame arrestors, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices, electrolysers, flare stacks
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| E-17.02.01L | demonstrate knowledge of other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation | identify other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of other fuel and natural gas storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | ||
| interpret information pertaining to other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems found on drawings and specifications | ||
| describe intrinsically safe devices and equipment for hazardous environments and systems | ||
| E-17.02.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify tools and equipment used to install other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components, and describe their procedures for use |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices to install other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | ||
| describe procedures to install other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | ||
| describe input gas pressures, flow rates and system loads | ||
| describe vapour and liquid withdrawal, flaring, and tank purging and evacuation procedures | ||
| E-17.02.03L | demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to install other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify training and certification requirements to install other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| E-17.02.04L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
| identify certifying bodies responsible for other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components |
Range of Variables
- other fuels (note that certain fuels may not be worked on by gasfitters in some provinces and territories) include: hydrogen, biogas, digester gas, landfill gas, oil, diesel, waste oil, manufactured gas
- components include: tanks, cylinders, dispensers, compressors, drip/sediment traps, filters, flame arrestors, gauges, emergency shut-off devices, over-pressure protection, excessive flow protection, internal safety control valves, pumps, breakaway fittings, cathodic protection (anodes, impressed current), metering devices, electrolysers, flare stacks
- procedures to install other fuel storage, handling and dispensing systems, and their components include: identifying and preparing location for other fuel system; selecting piping, supporting, fittings and vehicle protection barricades; installing hangers and supports; assembling piping and components; placing tanks; connecting manifold and component to distribution system; performing pressure test on piping lines; verifying, setting up and confirming operation prior to commissioning; creating as-built final drawings
- tools and equipment include: dollies, hoisting and rigging equipment, pipefitting tools (hand and power tools)
- hazards include: energy sources, environmental, working at heights, confined spaces, hazardous materials (e.g., mercury, silica, asbestos, ceramic fibre insulation, lead), site-specific hazards
- codes, standards and regulations (note that certain codes may not be adopted in some provinces and territories) include: CSA (B149.1, B149.3, B149.5, B149.6, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME