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May
BAFSA widens eligibilty criteria - ABBE L2 Certificate in Fire Sprinkler Installation (Residential
ABBE L2 Certificate in Fire Sprinkler Installation (Residential)
Widening Eligibility
BAFSA is broadening the eligibility of the ABBE L2 Certificate in Fire Sprinkler Installation (Residential) qualification from 11th May 2026. This new eligibility criteria will allow L3 qualified plumbers the opportunity to access the programme. Certification will provide the candidate the opportunity to apply for an Industry Skillcard – Fire Sprinkler Installer (blue skilled worker card) providing their hold a CITB HSE Test Certificate.
To be eligible to enrol on the L2 Certificate in Fire Sprinkler Installation (Residential) a candidate must hold :
- 18 months fire sprinkler installer (residential) experience (within residential systems)
- An accredited Level 3 Plumbing Qualification Certificate
- BAFSA Principles & Practices Accredited CPD Certificate
A copy of the above certificates will be required at enrolment. Self certification of experience is required. Please note that a checkable CV may be required by the Course Tutor.
For further information regarding this qualification please visit https://www.bafsa.org.uk/bafsa-training-centre#e95
All course enrolments and course fee payments can be made through the BAFSA e-learning portal https://training.bafsa.org.uk/home.aspx
May
BAFSA ABBE L3 Inspection & Commissioning of Commerical Fire Sprinklers - ONLINE REFRESHER PROGRAMME
A new course opportunity - BAFSA ABBE L3 Inspection & Commissioning of Commercial Fire Sprinklers - ONLINE REFRESHER PROGRAMME.
Programme Purpose: This online programme provides for a comprehensive refresh of the subject matter contained in the parent course : ABBE L3 Award in Inspection & Commissioning of Commercial Fire Sprinklers.
Eligbility criteria: Candidates must have completed the ABBE Level 3 Inspection & Commissioning course but are yet to achieve a pass in the final exam.
Duration of programme: This programme is self paced with approximately 35 - 40 hours learning delivered through online modules. Candidates are able to access the modules at their convenience and are allowed six months on programme from the time of enrolment (Day 1).
As this a refresher programme, candidates may NOT need to complete every section in full.
Full course information and enrolment is available via the BAFSA e-portal (courses) page
May
BAFSA ABBE L3 Inspection & Commissioning Online Refresher Programme
BAFSA is to launch a new online ABBE L3 Inspection & Commissioning Refresher programme specifically for those who have completed the ABBE Level 3 Inspection & Commissioning course but who are yet to achieve a pass in the final exam.
The programme can be worked through at the candidates own pace within a six-month period. As a refresher programme, learners may NOT need to complete every section in full. The programme is designed with an indicative learning time of approx 35 hours.
The programme will be available from this e-portal later this month (May)
Mar
An update from Edexams (Partner of ABBE and Provider of L3 Online Exams
An update from Edexams (Partner of ABBE and Provider of L3 ABBE Online Exams)
Edexcel are undertaking a full platform rebuild to strengthen reliability and improve the experience for customers and candidates. We know downtime is never ideal, so we’re keeping this to a short, planned window to protect exam integrity and ensure the service is operating as expected when delivery resumes.
What you can expect from the rebuild:
- Improved stability and resilience during live delivery
- Faster performance for candidates and invigilators
- A new, redesigned user interface for a smoother, more intuitive experience across day-to-day tasks
- Stronger monitoring and support workflows to enable quicker issue resolution
- A more scalable foundation for future enhancements
Note from BAFSA: Please bear with us whilst Edexams carry out their platform rebuild. ABBE and Edexams are aware that candidates are keen to take their exams but these exams can only take place with a full platform offering exam integrity and reliability. Thank you.
Mar
ABBE L3 Online Exams - An update from Edexams (Partner of ABBE and Provider of L3 ABBE Online Exams)
An update from Edexams (Partner of ABBE and Provider of L3 ABBE Online Exams)
Edexcel are undertaking a full platform rebuild to strengthen reliability and improve the experience for candidates. Downtime is never ideal, so they are keeping this to a short, planned window to protect exam integrity and ensure the service is operating as expected when delivery resumes.
What you can expect from the rebuild:
- Improved stability and resilience during live delivery
- Faster performance for candidates and invigilators
- A new, redesigned user interface for a smoother, more intuitive experience across day-to-day tasks
- Stronger monitoring and support workflows to enable quicker issue resolution
Note from BAFSA: Please bear with us whilst Edexams carry out their platform rebuild. ABBE and Edexcel are aware that candidates are keen to take their exams but these exams can only take place with a full platform offering exam integrity and reliability.
Dec
BAFSA e-portal enquiries
Please Note:
All enquiries regarding use of the e-portal including finance, access for candidates enrolled on learning programmes, video evidence queries, assessment and exam queries MUST be directed through the 'GET IN TOUCH' section of the BAFSA e-portal home page.
Emailing individual Learning Centre Team Members including tutors and assessors is not advisable as these team members are not desk based and your email contact may go unnoticed.
Sep
New FHC in High Rise & Full Hydraulic Sprinkler Design course to be developed
BAFSA is developing a new FHC Course in High Rise & Full Hydraulic Sprinkler Design for Non Storage Occupancies which will be available in September 2026.
This new course will relate to the classification of sprinkler systems and the design of pre-calculated commercial fire sprinkler systems in accordance with the LPC Rules inc BS EN 12845.
To deliver the learning outcomes, the course will address the knowledge and skills required to determine the sprinkler design in relation to the classifications, storage configurations, storage heights, system requirements, head spacing, pipework sizing and water supply configurations.
Course delivery: To commence September 2026 with remote learning through online virtual classroom consisting of one day per week over 10 weeks plus post course work.
Course Duration: Total Programme Time is 12 months to allow for submission of post course work.
Entrance criteria: Candidates shall have minimum criteria the following before they can be entered onto the course:
ABBE L5 Diploma in System Classification & Design of Pre-Calculated Commercial Fire Sprinkler Systems Level 5 course in Classification & Pre calculated design
Achieved LPCB Basic and Intermediate Competence review.
Certification: Successful completion of the 10 day course and post course work will lead will lead to a BAFSA Certificate.
Further details including enrolment and course fees will appear on the BAFSA website in due course.
Please note the BAFSA FHC Design Competency Refresher course is no longer available.
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