I am not a qualified plumber what do I do?
The PIRB Registration process is not an exclusive process it is an inclusive
process. We promote and encourage the upliftment of the skills development of
individuals in the plumbing sector in terms of the National Qualifications
Framework. Provided you have 5 years or more practical experience in the
industry and you are able to prove this you are eligible to registered under the
category as a Plumber (Probationary). You will however be required to sit your
trade test within 12 months of you been registered and further to that you will
be required to work under the mentorship/supervision of a qualified plumber.
What is the difference between a category of a Licensed Plumber and a Qualified
Plumber?
Person applying for registration under the Licensed Plumber Category and the
Qualified plumbers Category should have passed the relevant trade test as
specified in the Manpower training act section 28 or 13 and/or have obtained a
plumber qualification in terms of the Skills Development Act. In other words if
you are registered in either category you are proved proof that you are a
qualified plumber. The problem however arises that currently many qualified
plumbers do not know or understand the laws, regulations and standards that
govern the installation of plumbing works and this leads to poor installations
which results in health and safety issues for the consumer and the strain that
poor installation puts on our water and sewage systems. The problem is further
compounded in that a person can (have) qualify as plumber with out been able to
read or write.
In saying this how could the PIRB issue Plumbing Certificates of Compliance to
qualified plumbers who do not understand the plumbing laws, regulations or
standards let alone qualified plumbers who are unable to read or write. The
integrity of the PIRB's Plumbing Certificate of Compliance will be totally
compromised if this was done. It was therefore that a Licensed Plumber was
created. To obtain this category of registration the qualified plumber would be
required to sit an open book multiple answer theory test within 12 months after
been registered on this category. Only Licensed P lumbers may purchase and issue
certificates of compliance.
Do I have to issue a Plumbing Certificate of Compliance when I change a tap was
her?
What happens if I do not rectify the plumbing work after which I was sent a
rectification notice?
You will be suspended with PIRB until such time that the plumbing work has been
rectified. Once your licensed has been suspended you will not be able to buy or
issue certificates of compliance.
Do I have the right to challenge an inspection report that was carried out on my
plumbing work?
You are entitled to challenged any inspection report provided that your
complaint is put in writing and forward to the PIRB's office.
What if I lost or a Plumbing COC of mine is stolen?
If a Plumbing Certificate of Compliance is lost or stolen you will be required
to complete the Declaration of a lost or Stolen COC form.
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