BCGA CP7/CP47 regulations guides
Ensure gas fittings and flues are maintained in a safe condition. Gas appliances should be serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. If these are not available it is recommended that they are serviced annually unless advised otherwise by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
A carbon monoxide detector, which can be purchased for around £20, can alert you to the presence of carbon monoxide in your home. You should ideally place one in every room where gas is being burned-for example, in the kitchen near a gas hob or beside a boiler. Opt for an audible detector, which works much like a smoke detector, alerting you via a loud noise. Be sure to test the detector regularly and replace the batteries as needed.
Gas meter safety inspections are important. We need to make sure your meter is working properly – if it’s old or damaged, it could be dangerous and it’s our responsibility to carry out a check if any risks are detected and reported. This will include a visual inspection of the gas supply surrounding the meter point. This is the point at which gas enters your home – our meter safety inspection checks that it’s in good condition and safe to use. We also check that the emergency cut off valve is accessible and working properly, in case you need to stop the gas supply in an emergency. Read more details on CP7 Gas Inspections.
Generally, an appliance safety check will just ensure that the appliance is safe to use, whilst a service is more thorough and may include more specific checks as well as an inspection of the appliance’s condition and cleaning. A full gas installation safety check should include inspection of all gas appliances as well as all accessible pipework. Why are gas safety checks and services so important? Most importantly, having your gas appliances safety checked annually will give you peace of mind that they are not putting you, your family, or your home in danger, and that they are safe to use. There are other benefits of regular safety checks and services as well though.
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