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    How do Open Vent Boilers Work?

    Friday, January 27th, 2012

    This is the last in a series of "how does a boiler work" visit the blog section to see our other posts here. REMEMBER only Gas Safe registered fitters can legally work on any appliances that involv

    How Does a System Boiler Work

    Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

    This post continues where we last left off looking at how a system boiler works, which can be found here: How does a boiler work What is a combination Boiler System Boilers are just a small a

    New Years Round up of 2011 from RF Training

    Wednesday, December 28th, 2011

    We Hope You All Had a Merry Christmas & Wish You a Very Happy New Year A lot has happened this year at RF Training and we thought you might like a roundup of all the big changes. We also wa

    What is a Combination “Combi” Boiler?

    Friday, December 23rd, 2011

    As part of a series of blog posts on some of the important aspects of the gas safe courses, you will learn what a boiler is and understand the different types of boiler and how they are used. This P

    How Does a Boiler Work – Gas Safe Courses

    Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

    If you are considering to train to be a gas fitter an integral part of your training will be to understand how a boiler works. The boiler is the most important part of any household as it heats water

    Private Sector Pension Options – Self Employed Person(s)

    Friday, December 2nd, 2011

    In light of the recent public-sector strike, regardless of your stance on the issue, the importance of a reliable pension plan has never been more apparent. Here we explore the main options, extraneou

    Keep Warm this Winter with our Energy Saving Tips

    Thursday, November 24th, 2011

    With rising fuel prices and another cold winter on its way it is important you keep warm this winter, we have some simple winter warming tips that you can use to save on the pennies and prevent bigg

    Start Your Training Now and Get Qualified by Christmas

    Wednesday, October 19th, 2011

    Start the New Year With a New Career If you sign up for one our courses today you could be fully trained and ready to start your new career by Christmas! Our Intensive courses at both of our bespok

    How does the wholesale price of gas affect household energy bills?

    Monday, October 17th, 2011

    At RF Training we train plumbers, electricians and gas fitters; as such we have to keep on top of the current news in these areas as they may affect our trainees and their customers. Recently, ener

    Gas Safety Week – What Homeowners Can Do & Can’t Do with Gas Appliances

    Tuesday, September 13th, 2011

    In support of Gas Safety week we have already talked about the implications of homeowners keeping their appliances gas safe and looking out for carbon monoxide risks. Now we will look at what Gas Saf

    Gas Safety Week – Important Home Safety Tips

    Monday, September 12th, 2011

    Gas Safety Week, set up by the Gas Safe Register as a new annual event has launched today to help raise awareness of Gas Safety throughout the UK. The event which is taking place in various locatio

    What are Boiler Efficiency Ratings? SEDBUK Explained

    Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011

    Many of you may have seen the image on the left either on your own boiler or whilst out shopping for a new boiler. This is the SEDBUK scale of energy efficiency – which measures the level of boiler

    Boiler Breakdown causes biggest disruption in the UK could aid the rogue trader

    Tuesday, December 14th, 2010

    Our plumbing and gas courses teach how to install, repair and maintain boilers an essential tool as can be seen below it is something every homeowner has and may breakdown from time to time. A re

    Impove your Employability Prospect with Gas Engineering Courses

    Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

    It is a very difficult time for those without a qualifications to make a choice in which career they would like to go into as some sectors are going through countless job losses. Many wanting to

    When Corgi became Gas Safe

    Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

    As of April 2009, Corgi was replaced by Gas Safe as the UK’s official gas safety regulatory body. The CORGI gas registration scheme was brought to an end due to a review of gas safety in 2006,

    How To Become Gas Safe Registered

    Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

    Route 1 to becoming Gas Safe registered Category 1 Applicant BPEC – Domestic Gas Foundation Suitable for plumbers/ bathroom and kitchen fitters and individuals with a mechanical service