IGEM/GM/6 Edition 3

Course summary

Based on the new Edition 3 of IGEM/GM/6, the course has been developed for anyone involved in the planning, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of standard I&C low pressures gas meter installations, and is suitable for new and experienced users of the standard. Reviewing the fundamentals of design, the relationship with other IGEM standards and ENA approvals and dealing in detail with the major changes from Edition 2. 

Course Objectives

• To increase familiarity with the new standard, its scope and application
• To understand the major changes from edition 2 and the principles of good design
• To understand the importance of component selection
• To be able to make the right choice of meter and meter accuracy
• To understand when to specify high ambient temperature resistance
• To understand the requirements for pipe supports, housings and notices and labels
• To understand the considerations for maintenance and assessment of hazardous areas

Course content

• Applicable legislation
• Scope of application and the relationship with IGEM/GM/8
• Approvals and competence
• Information requirements for good design
• Design principles
  • Materials and jointing
  • Meter accuracy
  • Pressure and flow control
  • Location and housing
  • Hazardous areas
  • High temperature resistance
• Construction and testing
• Records, operation, and maintenance 

Learning outcomes

• Confidence to use the standard and interpret the requirements
• Competence for adherence to legal requirements and codes of practice
• Confidence to use other standards and understanding of additional requirements 
• Continuous professional development for gaining or maintenance of professional qualifications

Who should attend?

Those in roles such as meter equipment provider, meter equipment manager, meter installer and maintenance engineers from policy making to execution of work.

Anyone involved in the planning, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of standard I&C low pressures gas meter installations (equipment covered by MCOP Categories 3a and 3b).

Joining instructions

Once you have booked you will be sent your MS Teams joining invite nearer the date of the course.  The course will take place over 5 hours in two parts (2 hours and 3 hours) with break out sessions and individual quizzes to reinforce and confirm understanding.

Contact info

Email [email protected] or call 01509 678150