Install, service, repair and remove gas space heating appliances

Overview & Purpose

What This Standard Covers

This standard governs the installation, servicing, repair, and removal of gas space heating appliances in domestic environments, including associated tasks like decommissioning, testing, and commissioning, applicable to various fuel gases.

Performance Criteria

• Ensure completion of required pre-work checks.
• Follow installation, maintenance, or removal plans accurately.
• Adhere to manufacturers' specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Verify safe conditions for both decommissioning and commissioning.
• Implement safe isolation procedures effectively.
• Utilize proper tools and equipment throughout the process.
• Maintain customer property during work activities.
• Confirm compliance with location, ventilation, and clearance standards.
• Ensure cleaning of existing systems.
• Conduct tightness testing and confirm gas appliance functionality.
• Provide documentation and guidance to property occupiers.
• Report any work delays, unresolved issues, or unsafe situations.

Knowledge & Understanding Requirements

• Health and safety regulations and risk assessment protocols.
• Responsibilities related to safety in the workplace.
• Limits of individual autonomy and accountability.
• Procedures for isolating unsafe gas appliances and identifying hazards.
• Understanding normative documents, industry standards, and applicable regulations.
• Techniques for testing gas combustion performance and appliance integrity.
• Safe isolation and decommissioning methods for gas and electricity systems.
• Documentation completion and processes for compliance with regulations.

Relevent Roles

• Domestic Gas Engineers