Become an Approved Catering Installer

There are two basic requirements to become an Approved Catering Installer.

You must hold a recognised qualification that has been developed for the Catering Equipment Installer sector in Water Regulations Knowledge.
You must hold the relevant minimum level of liability insurance.

Qualifications

Recognised Catering Equipment Installer regulations qualifications

Water Regulations Knowledge certificates from the following organisations are recognised for Catering Installer sector membership.

Awarding organisation	Qualification title	Dates accepted
Awarding organisation	Qualification title	From	To
Water Regs UK	Catering Course for Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999	24/05/2022	23/05/2023

Please note: If you hold the full Water Regulations Knowledge certificate (suitable for entry as an Approved Plumber) these are also recognised for sector membership - see Water Regulations Training (Plumbing Installer).

Historic awards

The following qualifications can be recognised provided they were issued within the dates detailed below.

Awarding organisation	Qualification title	Dates accepted
Awarding organisation	Qualification title	From	To
Water Regulations Advisory Scheme	Catering Sector Assessment in Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999	-	23/05/2023

If you do not have a recognised certificate then the following providers may be able to offer training.

Providers of recognised Catering Equipment Installer water regulations training

The following providers offer sector specific water regulations training.

Certification / Training providers

Water Regs UK	Contact WIAPS for scheduled training courses - Tel: 01495 98 30 10, email: wiaps@waterregsuk.co.uk, or download the booking form (click to download)

Alternatively, a certificate of Water Regulations Knowledge (suitable for entry as an Approved Plumber) that covers the all of the regulations is also be recognised - see Water Regulations Training (Plumbing Installers)

Water Regs UK are offering Water Regulations Training specific to the catering sector in 2023.

If you wish to attend the course, you can download a booking form (click to download)

Delegates will be provided with a learning manual at least three weeks before the course which must be reviewed before attending the course. These courses will be offered on a first come, first serve basis and will offer, once successfully passed, a route to becoming an approved catering installer.

Insurance

For a company employing more than one person, the minimum required level of insurance required is £5m employer liability and £2m public liability. For sole traders, a minimum of £2m public liability insurance is required.

Membership

Membership of WIAPS as an approved Catering Installer carries a one off application fee, currently £60.00 + VAT.

If you meet the above requirements, or to enquire further about training, please contact WIAPS on 0333 207 9030 option 1.

You can download an application form click here.