Who Let the Dogs Out?
Published: Tuesday, March 24th, 2009
There’s no excuse now, even for those who thought the CORGI register was a dog breeders’ club.
On 1 April, 2009 (not a good choice of date really), the Gas Safe Register will take the place of the CORGI gas registration process as the official stamp for gas safety.
Behind the Gas Safe Register are The Health and Safety Executive who will now be responsible for regulating gas safety in Great Britain. The CORGI registration will remain in force in Northern Ireland and Isle of Man.
And from 1 April, 2009, only Gas Safe Register engineers will be able to carry out work on gas boilers and appliances. The idea is to make the new register provide enhanced levels of service and benefits, improving the overall scheme and promoting gas safety.
Furthermore the register should make it easier to find a serviced engineer. More details are available at www.gassaferegister.co.uk, or telephone 0800 408 5500.
So, there’s no excuse now. Remember, only a person registered with the Gas Safe Register can service, or work on a gas appliance, and that includes a cooker, as well as a central heating boiler. DIY jobs on gas appliances are not allowed, full stop. And for those masquerading as gas safe registered engineers, as well as those who mistakenly think they can work on a gas appliance, stiff penalties will be enforced by the HSE.
Because one of the main objectives of the Gas Safe Register is to make people realise that their own lives, as well as their families, could be at risk by work being carried out by non-trained personnel.
Guest Article by Neil Camp
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