Major Work Activity F - Tests and commissions fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment
Table of Contents
- Task F-18 Tests fuel delivery systems
- Task F-19 Commissions fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment
Task F-18 Tests fuel delivery systems
Task Descriptor
Gasfitters test fuel delivery systems and components to ensure safety and efficiency. Testing of the system is done after installation to verify that the system meets the design parameters and criteria prior to commissioning the system.
F-18.01 - Selects testing equipment and procedures
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
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| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| F-18.01.01P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| F-18.01.02P | select testing procedure | testing procedure is selected according to specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: gauges, valves, manometers, electronic testers, leak detection devices, pressure sources, purge burners, flare stacks
- testing procedures include: isolating system; installing testing equipment; performing system pressurization testing; recording and comparing test results to code requirements, manufacturers’ specifications and AHJ; purging procedures; performing flaring off and gasifying; reconnecting after testing; painting and identifying piping; performing leak test
- 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, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| F-18.01.01L | demonstrate knowledge of fuel piping and tubing systems, their characteristics, applications and operation | identify fuel piping and tubing systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of fuel piping and tubing systems | ||
| interpret information pertaining to testing of fuel piping and tubing systems found on drawings, specifications, codes, standards and regulations | ||
| F-18.01.02L | demonstrate knowledge of testing procedures for fuel piping and tubing systems | identify hazards and describe safe work practices to test fuel piping and tubing systems |
| identify tools and equipment used to test fuel piping and tubing systems, and describe their procedures for use | ||
| describe testing procedures for fuel piping and tubing systems | ||
| describe purge calculations | ||
| F-18.01.03L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory and QA/QC manual requirements to test fuel piping and tubing systems | identify QA/QC manuals, codes, standards and regulations to test fuel piping and tubing systems |
| identify jurisdictional testing requirements |
Range of Variables
- 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, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- testing procedures include: isolating system; installing testing equipment; performing system pressurization testing; recording and comparing test results to code requirements, manufacturers’ specifications and AHJ; purging procedures; performing flaring off and gasifying; reconnecting after testing; painting and identifying piping; performing leak test
- hazards include: compressed gas, flammable gas, equipment failure, electrocution, alternate energy systems, physical injuries, atmospheric (explosion)
- tools and equipment include: gauges, valves, manometers, electronic testers, leak detection devices, pressure sources, purge burners, flare stacks
- jurisdictional testing requirements include: witness sign-off, reporting and engineers’ inspection, AHJ inspection
F-18.02 - Tests fuel piping and tubing 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F-18.02.01P | isolate fuel piping and tubing system for testing | fuel piping and tubing system is isolated for testing according to codes, standards and regulations |
| F-18.02.02P | install testing equipment | testing equipment is installed according to codes, standards and regulations |
| F-18.02.03P | perform system pressurization | system pressurization is performed using testing medium |
| F-18.02.04P | record and compare test results to QA/QC manuals, codes, standards and regulations | test results are recorded and compared to QA/QC manuals, codes, standards and regulations |
| F-18.02.05P | perform flaring off and purging procedures | flaring off and purging procedures are performed for safe gasification of piping and tubing |
| F-18.02.06P | reconnect after testing, and paint and identify (label) piping and tubing | piping and tubing is reconnected after testing, painted and identified (labelled) according to codes, standards and regulations |
| F-18.02.07P | perform leak test | leak test is performed using methods |
Range of Variables
- fuel piping and tubing systems include: gas meters, pressure-sensitive equipment
- 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, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- testing equipment includes: gauges, valves, manometers, electronic testers, leak detection devices, pressure sources
- testing mediums include: air, nitrogen, CO2
- methods include: approved leak testing solution, electronic combustible gas leak detector
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| F-18.02.01L | demonstrate knowledge of fuel piping and tubing systems, their characteristics, applications and operation | identify fuel piping and tubing systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of fuel piping and tubing systems | ||
| interpret information pertaining to testing of fuel piping and tubing systems found on drawings and specifications | ||
| F-18.02.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to test fuel piping and tubing systems | identify hazards and describe safe work practices to test fuel piping and tubing systems |
| identify tools and equipment used to test fuel piping and tubing systems, and describe their procedures for use | ||
| describe procedures to test fuel piping and tubing systems | ||
| F-18.02.03L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to test fuel piping and tubing systems | identify codes, standards and regulations to test fuel piping and tubing systems |
Range of Variables
- fuel piping and tubing systems include: gas meters, pressure-sensitive equipment
- procedures to test fuel piping and tubing systems include: isolating system, installing testing equipment, performing system pressurization testing, recording and comparing test results, performing flaring off and purging procedures, reconnecting after testing, painting and identifying piping, performing leak test
- hazards include: compressed gas, flammable gas, equipment failure, electrocution, alternate energy systems, physical injuries, atmospheric (explosion), pneumatic test failure
- 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, B51), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
Task F-19 Commissions fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment
Task Descriptor
Gasfitters verify the operation of the entire system after installation to ensure that it meets codes, standards and regulations, and attains optimum performance. Providing documentation and explanation to the end user is also a key responsibility when commissioning a system.
F-19.01 - Performs start-up procedures
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| F-19.01.01P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| F-19.01.02P | perform installation checks | installation checks are performed according to installation specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| F-19.01.03P | check electrical configurations | electrical configurations are checked to ensure voltage and amperage are set to appliance requirements, including rotation checks |
| F-19.01.04P | perform series of dry runs | series of dry runs are performed to test electrical, electronic and control operation |
| F-19.01.05P | follow manufacturers’ and AHJ start-up procedures | manufacturers’ and AHJ start-up procedures, including permits and permissions are followed |
| F-19.01.06P | commission fuel systems | fuel systems are commissioned according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| F-19.01.07P | perform start-up of appliances and ancillary equipment | start-up of appliances and ancillary equipment is performed according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include:gauges, valves, manometers, electronic testers, multimeters
- installation checks include: valve train components, linkages, safeties, type of fuel, electrical inputs
- 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), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| F-19.01.01L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to commission fuel systems and perform start-up of appliances and ancillary equipment | identify hazards and describe safe work practices to perform procedures to commission fuel systems and perform start-up of appliances and ancillary equipment |
| identify tools and equipment used to perform start-up procedures, and describe their procedures for use | ||
| describe start-up procedures | ||
| F-19.01.02L | demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to commission fuel systems and perform start-up of appliances and ancillary equipment | identify training and certification requirements to commission fuel systems and perform start-up of appliances and ancillary equipment |
| F-19.01.03L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to commissioning of fuel systems and performing start-up procedures on appliances and ancillary equipment | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to commissioning of fuel systems and performing start-up procedures on appliances and ancillary equipment |
Range of Variables
- hazards include: compressed gas, flammable gas, equipment failure, electrocution, alternate energy systems, physical injuries (e.g., burns), atmospheric (explosion), pneumatic test failure
- tools and equipment include:gauges, valves, manometers, electronic testers, multimeters
- start-up procedures include: performing installation checks, checking electrical configurations, performing series of dry runs, following manufacturers’ and AHJ start-up procedures, commissioning fuel systems, performing start-up of appliances and ancillary equipment
- 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), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
F-19.02 - Performs testing, adjusting and balancing procedures
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
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| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| F-19.02.01P | select and use tools and equipment | tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| F-19.02.02P | introduce fuel and adjust components | fuel is introduced and components are adjusted based on readings to achieve mixtures required for complete and efficient combustion, and according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| F-19.02.03P | verify conditions to match system requirements | conditions are verified to match system requirements |
| F-19.02.04P | evaluate appliance and equipment performance | appliance and equipment performance are evaluated by verifying factors |
| F-19.02.05P | verify system start-up procedures | system start-up procedures are verified according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes, standards and regulations |
| F-19.02.06P | adjust and calibrate controls | controls are adjusted and calibrated according to manufacturers’ specifications, system demands, codes, standards and regulations |
| F-19.02.07P | perform functional operation and safety checks | functional operation and safety checks are performed |
| F-19.02.08P | operate appliance and equipment through several cycles | appliance and equipment are operated through several cycles to ensure they meet manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of Variables
- tools and equipment include: manometers, multimeters, combustion analyzers, thermometers
- components include: valves, dampers, regulators, operating controls, fan speeds
- conditions include: medium quality, flow rates, temperature, pressures, ESP
- factors include: air gas mix; combustion air volume; stack temperature; combustion analysis; CO, CO2 and O2 levels
- system start-up procedures include: boil-outs in hot water and steam systems, refractory and equipment curing
- 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), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
- functional operation and safety checks include: flame safeguards, combustion controls, draft controls, permissives, limits and interlocks
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| F-19.02.01L | demonstrate knowledge of measurements, ratios, theories, formulas and calculations | describe combustion measurements, theories, formulas and calculations |
| describe fuel-air measurements, ratios, theories, formulas and calculations | ||
| F-19.02.02L | demonstrate knowledge of fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment, their components, characteristics, applications and operation | identify types of fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe operating principles of fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components | ||
| interpret information pertaining to fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components found on drawings and specifications | ||
| F-19.02.03L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to test, adjust and balance fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | identify hazards and describe safe work practices to test, adjust and balance fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components |
| identify tools and equipment used to test, adjust and balance fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components, and describe their procedures for use | ||
| describe procedures to test, adjust and balance fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment, and their components | ||
| describe calculations such as pre- and post-purge times based on volumes and number of air changes | ||
| describe combustion system and allowable products of combustion | ||
| F-19.02.04L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to testing, adjusting and balancing of fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to testing, adjusting and balancing of fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment,and their components |
Range of Variables
- fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment include: storage, handling and dispensing systems; hydronic; steam; domestic hot water; hot air system; humidification; kitchen and process equipment; ovens; kilns
- components include: valves, dampers, regulators, operating controls, fan speeds
- procedures to test, adjust and balance fuel systems, appliances and ancillary equipment, and their componentsinclude: adjusting components, adjusting and calibrating controls, performing calculations, taking measurements, performing functional operation and safety checks, evaluating appliance and equipment performance, performing start-up procedures, operating appliance and equipment through several cycles
- hazards include: compressed gas, flammable gas, equipment failure, electrocution, alternate energy systems, physical injuries, atmospheric (explosion), pneumatic test failure
- tools and equipment include: manometers, multimeters, combustion analyzers, thermometers
- 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), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME
F-19.03 - Completes commissioning report and handover
| NL | NS | PE | NB | QC | ON | MB | SK | AB | BC | NT | YT | NU |
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| NV | yes | NV | yes | yes | ND | yes | ND | yes | yes | NV | NV | NV |
| Reference Code | Performance Criteria | Evidence of Attainment |
|---|---|---|
| F-19.03.01P | record testing results and compare to manufacturers’ baseline information | testing results are recorded and compared to manufacturers’ baseline information |
| F-19.03.02P | prepare and submit documentation required by job site, AHJ, and engineering and manufacturers’ specifications | documentation required by job site, AHJ, and engineering and manufacturers’ specifications are prepared and submitted |
| F-19.03.03P | explain system operational procedures and specifications to end user | system operational procedures and specifications are explained to end user |
Range of Variables
- testing results include: voltages, pressures, efficiencies, temperatures, amperages, combustion analysis, flow rates
| Reference Code | Learning Outcomes | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| F-19.03.01L | demonstrate knowledge of documentation requirements for commissioning, their characteristics and applications | identify documentation requirements for commissioning, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| interpret information pertaining to documentation requirements for commissioning found in specifications | ||
| F-19.03.02L | demonstrate knowledge of procedures to complete commissioning reports and handover | describe procedures to complete commissioning reports |
| describe procedures to hand over systems to end users | ||
| F-19.03.03L | demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to commissioning reports | identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to commissioning reports |
Range of Variables
- 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), CAN/BNQ 1784, CEC, NBC, AHJ, NFPA, ANSI/ASME