Become an Approved Point of Use (POU) Installer

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

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

Qualifications

Recognised Point Of Use regulations certificates

Water Regulations Knowledge certificates from the following organisations are recognised for Point of Use Installer sector membership.

Awarding organisation

Qualification title

Dates accepted

From
To

BPEC by Elements training and Assessment Ltd

WHA Mains-fed Installation Standards & Water Regulations Course

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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

From
To

NSF (or its predecessor WRc)

EDWCA (or its predecessor EPDWA) POU Installer/Water Cooler Course

1/07/2010

31/03/2021

 

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

Providers of recognised Point Of Use water regulations training

The following providers offer sector specific water regulations training.

Certification / Training providers

BPEC

Provided through Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA). Contact WHA for information on training courses Tel: 01707 656 382, email: info@twha.co.uk

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

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 POU Installer carries a one off application fee, currently £60.00 + VAT.

If you meet the above requirements, you can download an application form click here.