Basic Combustion Testing
Issued by
Santa Fe Community College
Earners of the Basic Combustion Testing badge have proven to have knowledge and skill to complete basic combustion testing, such as spillage and carbon monoxide testing on combustion appliances.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Identify the different categories of heating and hot water system equipment and distinguishing characteristics of each type
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Identify the fuel type utilized by equipment found in the field
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List operational components and safety features of both heating and hot water systems
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Use a gas leak detector as part of a combustion safety test
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Set up combustion analysis tools and equipment
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Correctly perform combustion safety tests for spillage and carbon monoxide on combustion appliances
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Determine actions to take based upon combustion test results
Standards
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has developed the Energy Auditor Job Task Analysis to determine appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities of a professional energy auditor working in the building performance industry.
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has developed the Weatherization Crew Leader Job Task Analysis to determine appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities of a weatherization crew leader working in the building performance industry.