The UK National SkillPLUMB 2022 Final is set to take place between 16-18 November.
The competition will promote standards and skills across the plumbing industry, according to representatives of the competition. Eight finalists are set to compete against each other and those that perform well could be invited to compete at the WorldSkills 2024 event in France.
All SkillPLUMB candidates had to complete a practical task at their local college or training centre before reaching the regional heats. Record numbers of competitors took part in the seven regional heats.
Eight of the top highest scoring competitors were then invited to take part at the UK final being held over three days at Middlesbrough College. Finalists will be tested on a complex installation task and judged against a strict marking criteria.
BPEC organises the competition on behalf of WorldSkills UK and it is being supported by WaterSafe, the national register of qualified, approved plumbers, supported by all UK water companies and the drinking water regulators.
Julie Spinks, director of WaterSafe, said: “This annual competition sees talented young plumbers test their expertise in a series of practical tasks. They’ve already had to get through challenging live heats, so all credit to them for reaching the final.”
Neil Collishaw, BPEC’s CEO, added: “The SkillPLUMB 2022 competition has seen some amazing competitors and exciting heats. It brings invaluable benefits to students, colleges and employers. Competitors can gain recognition for their exceptional skills, injecting dynamism and excitement into training, and employers can enhance their business reputation and improve the skills of their workforce.”