Isolating Gas Ball Valve 15mm

Product Information

YouTube sets this cookie to register a unique ID to store data on what videos from YouTube the user has seen. The revision to this standard came into effect on 30 November 2020. To allow registered businesses time to carry out internal update training to reflect the technical requirements of the amended standard, Gas Safe Register will inspect to the new requirements of this standard from 1 April 2021. However, this should not restrict businesses from applying the specification sooner.

However, to ensure that all components are appropriate and safe, you should never directly touch a gas isolation valve. Instead, always have expert technicians do the task. It’s important to know all about your water shut off tap but gas is even more risky, whatever local shut-off valves you might have, being able to simply cut it off to the home could be essential. If you aren’t certain of where your shut-off valves are don’t delay, it’s time to go and find it.In the event of an emergency, the AIV installed as near as practicable to the point of entry to the laundry area shall be operated by a safety control or emergency stop button(s) located near to the exit(s) of the laundry area. Clause 7.1.3 provides guidance that where a laundry appliance is to be installed in the same location as a dry cleaner, it shall be separated by a minimum distance of 5m or installed in a separate room. Make-up air shall not come from the area of the dry cleaner. Make-up air shall be provided separately for both the dry cleaner and laundry appliance. A good gas plumber will be more than happy to provide plenty of advice and guidance along with their service. If you have any questions about your central heating system or gas supply, why not keep a list? When you next see your trusted local gas plumber for a boiler service or gas heating repair, they’ll be more than happy to take you through all the items on your list. A happy safe customer that knows all about their heating system is a great customer for any good gas heating engineer. Isolation at the meter is not always practical and vital time may be lost in gaining access to the meter. Everyone has to be aware of how gas appliances operate and necessary safety practices if they are present in the home. In case there are any appliance problems, it is also essential for everyone to spend some time learning about emergency methods.

provides guidance that pipework shall be clearly identified as carrying a fuel gas by painting the pipework yellow ochre (to BS 4800:2011, 08 C 35) or primrose yellow (to BS 4800:2011, 10 E 53), or by applying a “Gas” marker tape at suitable intervals along the pipework.

Product Specification

A gas isolation valve needs to comply with the following conditions regarding its positioning and ease of access:

The commentary to this section provides guidance on CO alarm systems and, where fitted, they should conform to BS EN 45544-3. CO detection should not be regarded as a means to negate the obligation of establishments to maintain appliances and equipment so as to ensure an acceptable level of performance and safety.

Gas isolation valves are simple devices that merely turn off the gas supply, serving as a "method of isolation." A gas isolation valve is a crucial component for safety purposes. Your gas regulator regulates your appliances' gas flow to prevent unsafe levels. Clause 8.4.1 provides guidance that, where either a manual gas isolation valve is fitted or where an AIV system can be reset, a suitably worded warning notice shall be affixed. Royals, William T. (1997). Flammability and sensitivity of materials in oxygen-enriched atmospheres. American Society for Testing and Materials. p.433. ISBN 0-8031-2401-5. This post will provide you with some essential guidance on how to stay safe around gas appliances and will assist you in becoming aware of the regulatory tools required in your house. What Is a Gas Isolation Valve? As previously stated, this Industry Standard Update is only a brief overview of the information contained in the amended standard. Registered businesses should be aware that they have a responsibility to ensure that they are fully apprised of all of the requirements of the whole published standard and its practical application.

Where gas appliances are in use there a should be a local or appliance gas shut off or isolating valve. This is typically a lever ball valve with a handle (often yellow). When the handle is in-line with the pipe, the valve is open and gas will flow to your appliance. To shut off the gas to the appliance, turn the handle 90 degrees so it’s perpendicular to the pipe. Locating all of your appliance shut off valves is important in case you need to use them in a hurry. If you don’t find a valve, you may not have any installed. A good gas safe plumber will help confirm that and will install suitable valves to give you that all-important control over your gas flow. Getting help with your gas and heatingFor example, will a butterfly handle be a better option than a traditional lever handle? Are you looking at an installation that will require foot mounted valves? Will the job require/ benefit from having a gas test point valve in place? The make-up air inlet vent shall be at least 2,000mm away from any exhaust termination to prevent damp, warm air being re-introduced into the system. To avoid inadvertent operation of an emergency stop button, it shall be shrouded or located in a position where shrouding is not required.