Module M10 · Track 3 Ventilation, flues & combustion
Combustion performance & CO
Using a flue gas analyser, interpreting readings and testing for carbon monoxide.
Lessons for this module are being written. The outcomes and topics below show what it will cover.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this module, learners can:
- M10.1Explain how a flue gas analyser works and prepare it for use.
- M10.2Carry out combustion performance checks and interpret CO, CO₂ and CO/CO₂ ratio readings against action levels.
- M10.3Carry out room atmosphere checks and respond to elevated CO.
- M10.4Advise on CO alarm selection and siting.
Topics
- 10.1
Flue gas analysers
How analysers work, calibration and preparing for a test.
In preparation - 10.2
Combustion performance checks
Testing an appliance's combustion at the flue and what to record.
In preparation1 artefact - 10.3
Interpreting readings and action levels
CO, CO₂ and the CO/CO₂ ratio, and what to do when limits are exceeded.
In preparation - 10.4
Room atmosphere testing
Checking for CO in rooms and responding to elevated readings.
In preparation1 artefact - 10.5
CO alarms
Choosing, siting and testing carbon monoxide alarms.
In preparation1 artefact