22/11/2024
When you're dealing with gas systems, ensuring safety and compliance is paramount. A Gas Certificate of Compliance (COC) is your assurance that everything is up to standard. Here's what you can expect from a COC: Installation Inspection: A certified gas installer conducts a thorough examination of your newly installed gas system. Their goal is to verify that it complies with all essential safety regulations. System Testing: Comprehensive tests are carried out to detect any potential leaks or faults. This involves pressure testing, confirming secure and well-ventilated gas appliances, and ensuring that the entire gas setup adheres to approved codes of practice. Issuance of a Certificate: After successful inspection and testing, the registered gas installer provides you with the Gas COC. This document serves as proof that your installation was handled by a qualified expert and aligns with all safety standards. COC Verification: If you're purchasing a property with an existing gas installation, a gas installer can verify the existing Gas COC for your peace of mind and do any upgrades if needed. Regular Maintenance and Inspections: Ongoing maintenance and inspections of your gas system are vital for safety and efficiency. If any modifications are made or if safety concerns arise, your gas installer can conduct a follow-up inspection and issue a new Gas COC if needed. COC Renewal: Whenever changes or upgrades are made to the system or 5 years have passed since your initial CoC, a new Gas COC is necessary. The gas installer performs a fresh inspection and provides an updated certificate if the alterations meet safety standards. Compliance Consultation: Registered installers can offer expert guidance on staying compliant with gas regulations and guidelines. This ensures that any new installations or adjustments align with the required standards. Fault Repair: In cases where the system falls short of COC requirements, the installer can identify and rectify faults. Once the necessary repairs are completed, and the system meets compliance standards, a new COC can be issued. PRESSURE TEST CERTIFACATES We do pressure test and provide certificates on them using an out sourced service provider that is complaint to issue out the certficate