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Why Landlords Need a Gas Safety Certificate All landlords are required to ensure that their properties have a valid Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) in place. This certificate proves that a certified engineer has checked every gas appliance and flues in the property, and has confirmed that they are safe to use. All Gas Safe engineers carry a photo identification card, which you should ask to see prior to any work that is done on your property. The card confirms that the engineer is a member of the Gas Safe Register. Safety Certificates Gas safety certificates, also referred to by the abbreviation CP12 are official documents that prove the safety of your gas appliances. It must be issued by a registered gas safe engineer and is a vital legal requirement for landlords and the owners of hotels and B&Bs. To prevent dangerous accidents, it is recommended that homeowners get an annual gas safety inspection carried out by a qualified tradesperson every year. The CP12 can be used to verify the quality of all gas appliances and equipment that are on your property by an experienced and experienced engineer. They will scrutinize the data to determine if the appliance is operating correctly and in accordance with the required safety protocols. They will also examine the safety of fireplaces and flues. If a problem is discovered the engineer will note it on the CP12 and will take the necessary steps to correct it. They will then issue an updated version of the certificate to confirm that all the gas equipment is safe to use. Landlords are legally bound to schedule annual inspections of their properties that are not domestic gas appliances and flues, according to The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Failure to follow the rules could result in hefty fines or penalties. During the inspection the engineer will conduct a test on all the appliances in the building along with their connections and flues. The engineer will then evaluate the condition of any gas-related installation such as the boiler and the pipework. They will also note the findings on the CP12 which is to be handed over to tenants within 28 days of the inspection. Gas safe registered engineers must inspect vessels and leisure boats, such as caravans and lodges regularly to ensure they are in a good working condition. The engineer will check every gas appliance and equipment in the boat or vehicle and also the flues and connection points. They will then provide the owner with the “Landlord Gas Safety Record for Leisure Accommodation” or CP2. It is crucial to have a team of knowledgeable professionals on hand for your gas needs, regardless of whether you are a property management company or developer. We're here to assist you with gas safety certificates and boiler servicing and maintenance as well as other gas related services for commercial properties. Carbon Monoxide Leaks Carbon Monoxide is a gas that leaks from gas appliances. It is colorless, odourless and tasteless. It can cause poisoning to people who breathe it. This is because it could affect blood and the brain. Carbon monoxide detectors, or audible alarms are the best method of detecting CO leaks. Gas Safe registered engineers can also examine your gas appliances and flues frequently. A carbon monoxide leak has been reported at an elementary school in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. Just after 13:00 BST the emergency services were called at Martins Wood primary school in Mildmay road. Police, firefighters and the East of England Ambulance Service were present at the scene. landlord gas safety certificate milton keynes treated an injured woman on the scene for suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. If you suspect you may have CO leak then it is crucial to breathe in fresh air and to turn off all gas appliances as soon as you notice. It is also advisable to contact your gas company and request them to shut off the gas supply at the meter. It is also recommended to open the doors and windows to let the air circulate. Emergency Callouts We offer emergency callouts if you've put a nail through your gas pipe, are smelling a leak, need an emergency boiler service or do not have a gas certificate. We'll get one of our highly qualified gas engineers to you as quickly as is possible. We offer competitive rates and are available 24/7 for all of our services, including a 24- hour Gas Engineer Milton Keynes. With the latest update 8.1 to Enterprise Alert, you can now see more details about each emergency callout. The new Details tab shows the date and time for each callout, as well as how it was notified, i.e. SMS, email or voice call, and whether it was successful or not. You can also resend failed calls to users that did not receive them the first time. This is particularly crucial for emergency calls which could pose dangerous to health or safety. The new features are available to all customers who have an active Enterprise Alert subscription. Gas Installations Gas Safe Register is required by law for anyone who works with gas systems, appliances, or flues at home, or in a business. If a person is not registered, they are violating the law and could be putting you or your family at risk. Make sure that any engineer you hire is registered on the Gas Safe Register by looking for their ID card. If you're a landlord you must have all your properties tested for Gas Safety every year. Gas Safe registered engineers can assist with this process, and issue Landlord Gas Safety Certificates. This will ensure that your tenants live in a secure area.