An independent report on Metering Arrangements is intended to verify to Ofgem that an installation seeking acceditation to the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) has metering arrangements in place which meet the RHI eligibility requirements, in accordance with the RHI Regulations.  The Report will cover the installation's metering arrangements for RHI purposes, including:

• whether meters and sensors are correctly positioned;
• whether meters and sensors are installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions;
• whether the schematic diagram is an accurate representation of the installation and the heating system of which it forms part.

In accordance with Schedule 1 of the Regulations, this Report will be requested by Ofgem as part of the application for RHI accreditation, where an installation:

• has a capacity of 1MWth or above, or
• is classed as a multiple installation for RHI metering purposes.

Generally all installations that fall into the above categories will need to provide a completed Report as part of the accreditation process.

A Report will also be required in the following scenarios:

• where additional RHI capacity takes an accredited installation's capacity over 1MWth, or
• where additional RHI capacity takes an accredited installation's capacity over 45kWth and the installation is considered multiple for RHI metering purposes,
• or where a change is made to the installation/heating system that results in an RHI-accredited installation moving from a standard to multiple classification for RHI metering purposes.

According to the Regulations, only a 'competent person' can complete this Report. A 'competent person' means a person that meets all of the following criteria:

1. An experienced and suitably qualified engineer (at least HND or equivalent in an engineering discipline from a recognised academic institution);
2. Has demonstrable experience and expertise in flow measurement and heat/steam measurement systems demonstrated by training and development records;
3. Has a relevant background (involved in energy, utilities, building services, heating system design, heating system operation & maintenance);
4. Covered by Professional Indemnity Insurance of at least £1m (through employer or directly);
5. Is unbiased and impartial.

For further information regarding RHI Independent Reports contact:

Peter James on 01900 870404 or e-mail pjames@wjp-ltd.co.uk