Understanding the Basics of Gas Safety

The United Kingdom’s ‘Gas Safety Week’ in September acts as a nationwide safety warning. Natural gas heating is found in millions of UK homes. Faulty gas equipment can result in gas leaks, explosions, fires and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning while gas appliances without labels may be dangerous. This course is designed for safety management technicians, gas safety officers and managers who want to stay current and comply with health and safety regulations.

Improper handling of gas cylinders can lead to injuries like sprains, bruising and broken bones while incorrect labels can lead to catastrophes such as fires, explosions, chemical burns, poisoning and cold burns. Precautions against gas leaks might save your life and the lives of those around you as faulty gas equipment can produce fires, gas leaks, explosions or CO poisoning.

This course provides an understanding of the risks and precautions inherent to working with natural gas and the regulations designed to alleviate them. We cover the guidelines, laws and best practices developed for residential and commercial gas use in depth in the UK. We explain how to inspect a gas metre and calculate ventilation for gas appliances. We also demonstrate how to verify the operating pressure of equipment and establish the importance of emergency and evacuation protocols. Register now to train as a gas safety professional in the UK and learn how to use this valuable natural resource safely.