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Term
Purging volume of 0.01m3 applies to which domestic gas meter?:
Definition
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A landlord must under Regulations have all gas appliances and installation pipework safety checked annually. In addition to this he must keep records of the safety checks carried out for how long?
Definition
[image]years from the date of the check
Term
What pipe can not be used for gas?
Definition
Polyethylene pipe
Term
A gas fire fitted to a letter box opening with no identifiable catchment space must be classified as:
Definition
At Risk instal[image]lation
Term
Installation pipework within the meter box entering the property without a sleeve or seal, how would you classify this installation?
Definition
AR[image]
Term
When PTFE tpe is used on a threaded gas joint, the tape must overlap by?
Definition
50%[image]
Term
The device intended to provide isolation for the purpose of servicing appliances is known as a ...
Definition
Gas cock
Term
What would be used to pinpoint the source of a small gas escape?
Definition
L.D.F
Term
What is free area required for compartment ventilation of a 23KW net open-flued boiler in which the air will be provided from a room in the building?
Definition
Top: 230cm2 Bottom: 460cm2
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Term
A vitiation sensing device works on the principle of:
Definition
A flame lifting in a vitiated atmosphere.
Term
When an appliance is identified as Immediately Dangerous, the gas operative must in all cases:
Definition
Warn the customer of the dangers of using the appliances.

Attach a 'Do Not Use' label.

Take steps to have the appliance disconnected.
Term
When a meter is fitted within an outside meter box, the emergency meter control must always be located:
Definition
Within the meter box.[image]
Term
When carrying out a gas safety inspection how would you classify a steel gas pipe downstream the gas meter inside the property?
Definition
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Term
What is not a part of tightness testing a low pressure installation?
Definition
Standing pressure test
Term
What is not applied to Domestic tightness testing?
Definition
Meter volume: greater than 16 m3/hr
Term
The terminal of a natural draught open flue fitted before 1st Dec 2000 terminates above a roof with a pitch of 45*. The minimum distance above the intersection with the roof must be?
Definition
600 mm[image]
Term
Which is the minimum concentration of carbon monoxide within the air that will cause occupants to fall victim to coma within a few minutes?
Definition
0.4%
Term
A free standing range cooker is installed without a stability device
Definition
N.C.S
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Term
Where gas installation pipes are to be fitted within a floor of solid construction, or under the foundations of a building, they are require?
Definition
Protection against failure caused by structural movement.
Term
Why does a condensing boiler require condensate water to be drained away from the appliance?
Definition
At low temperature vapour constantly produces condensate when boiler is working.
Term
What are the differences between a simplex and a duplex burner?
Definition
The number of injectors.
Term
Unless otherwise stated by the appliance manufacturer, a DFE fire has which of the following ventilation requirements?
Definition
Ventilation of 100 cm2 to be provided.
Term
What is the purpose of overheat thermostat fitted to a gas boilers?
Definition
To provide added protection to the appliance in the event of thermostat failure.
Term
Yellow flames are being discharged from an open flued gas boiler burner which has not been serviced for three years. What is the most likely cause of the problem?
Definition
The burner is blocked.
Term
If the push rod of an instantaneous water heater is bent, this would have the effect of?
Definition
Causing the gas to stay on
Term
What must be included into the design of a glass fronted fire?
Definition
A down draught diverter.
Term
What is the purpose of a by-pass port in oven thermostat?
Definition
To allow a small flame in the burner first before it comes to full.
Term
Technical Bulletin 015 and 022 states that you can install
Definition
new gas cookers with FSD

used gas cookers without FSD with manufacturer's instructions

new gas cooker without FSD
Term
The gas supply point for a cooker should terminate behind the appliance at a height of approximately?
Definition
0.75 m[image]
Term
Which gas component should be fitted to the supply to a built-in oven, where a rigid connection is used to connect the oven to the gas supply?
Definition
Appliance isolation tap.
Term
When a radiant/convector gas fire is to be installed onto a new pre-cast flue, what is the minimum cross sectional area of the flue?
Definition
12,000mm2[image]
Term
Although less time is desired, the flame supervision device for a gas fire other than DFE when tested should activate within:
Definition
180 seconds[image]
Term
An immersion heater has a 2500 watt rating at 250 volts. What size circuit protective device is required to protect it?
Definition
2500 / 250 = 10 amp[image]
Term
The unit of electrical power is measured in ...
Definition
Watts[image]
Term
On completion of a gas pipework installation the system should be purged. The reason for purging is to..?
Definition
remove air and gas/air mixtures prior to use
Term
How many starter blocks should be installed on a pre-cast flue system?:
Definition
3[image]
Term
The installation pipe is positioned...
Definition
Downstream of the primary meter.
Term
What is the name of the component fitted to a fan assisted boiler which prevents the boiler from operating if the fan fails?
Definition
Pressure switch.
Term
What is the name of an ignition arrangement for hotplates when gas mixes with air after injector?
Definition
Post-aerated
Term
If the coil in a calorifier on a combustion chamber split, it will cause the?
Definition
Pressure to drop in the system.
Term
Yellow flames are being discharged from a grill burner which has not been serviced for 3 years.
What is the possible causes of the problem?
Definition
Air ports became blocked.

Cooker's flue way is blocked.

Blocked injectors.
Term
When installing a wall mounted gas fire, unless otherwise stated by the manufacturer, the top of the burner must be situated at least:
Definition
225mm from the carpet[image]
Term
When a gas fire is to be installed into new pre-cast flue blocks, the minimum internal dimension of any part of the flue should be?
Definition
125 mm[image]
Term
When is it not necessary to fit a flue terminal to a flue system?
Definition
When the flue has a diameter greater than 170mm
Term
The pressure gauge in a sealed system should be capable of reading which of the following range of pressures?
Definition
0 to 4 bar[image]
Term
The feed and expansion cistern in an open vented central heating system should be capable of receiving what percentage volume of water from the heating system when heated �
Definition
The cistern should be sized so that it can accommodate about 4% of the contents of the system when heated, this is the approximate volume of expanded water due to the heating of the system
Term
A system boiler cannot provide _________ but it will heat a storage cylinder for hot water supply.
Definition
instantaneous hot water
Term
One method used to give an additional control and economic use of heating systems is to split the system up into separate ____________
Definition
heating zones
Term
A ____________ is a device which opens or closes in response to signals from a room thermostat or a cylinder stat.
Definition
motorized valve
Term
Which of the following components is fitted at the high points in pipework in central heating systems?
Definition
Automatic air vent
Term
What is the likely outcome of rigidly fixing central heating pipework to the notched sections in timber first floor joists?
Definition
Expansion and contraction noise
Term
The type of heating system that uses 2 x two port motorised valves is known as a ?
Definition
S plan
Term
A heating circuit in which the flow and return pipes are completely separated until they connect to the boiler is known as a?
Definition
Two Pipe System
Term
What is the recommended maximum clip spacing distance for a vertical 15 mm copper pipe?
Definition
The maximum clip spacing distance for 15 mm vertically clipped copper pipe is 1800 mm.
Term
Which one of the following pipework materials is not permitted to be installed in a new cold water system?
Definition
Lead[image]
Term
Flame supervision devices (FSD)
Definition
FSD is a general term for any device designed to stop gas going to the burner if the flame is extinguished.
This is to prevent a dangerous build up of gas within the appliance, its flue or the room.
Term
Whilst completing the internal 26(9) Visuals on a gas appliance the engineer checks off his (C)
Combustion List which includes;
Definition
Injector, Mixing Tube, Burners, and Heat Shields
Term
Ventilation for a flueless gas hob or cooker is dependant on ?
Definition
The room volume, and openable window or similar.
Term
The installation of a CO void monitoring safety shut-off system (COSSVM) and regular service/maintenance by a registered engineer can be used instead of inspections hatches to confirm the integrity of a concealed room-sealed fan-draught boiler chimney/flue system if…
Definition
it is an existing installation and the boiler was installed before 1st of January 2013
Term
What is the likely fault if a cooker oven bumer extinguished after a period of approximately 15 minutes?:
Definition
Blocked oven thermostat by-pass
Term
A likely cause of excessive working pressure at a gas fire or cooker is:
Definition
An incorrectly adjusted meter governor.
Term
When double wall flue pipes are run externally it is important, in order to prevent condensation, to ensure the flue length does not exceed:
Definition
28 meters[image]
Term
You find a propane cylinder stored within a dwelling, how would you classify this situation?
Definition
A.R[image]
Term
When an Extract fan causes spillage of combustion products from an open flued appliance, additional air ventilation may be required to remedy the problem, this is provided by...
Definition
A permanent vent.
Term
When de-commissioning sections of gas installation pipework, the plumber must ensure that gas contained in the pipework is?
Definition
Fully purged.
Term
After completing the installation of a gas appliance the next operation should be to?
Definition
Test for tightness.
Term
Where a gas installation pipe work exits premises to serve remote external appliances, the correct location for an external control valve is?
Definition
In an accessible position externally at the point where the pipe exits the premises.
Term
On a gas installation supply when carrying out gas work in the tra
service valve and gas control), the engineer on completion must
Definition
test for gas tightness using a manometer or Leak Detection Fluid
Term
Of the 3 areas that gas work can be completed on a gas installation which requires a tightness test on
completion of this work using LDF only with gas flowing is
Definition
The appliance internal supply between the gas control and injectors
Term
The only components of a gas installation that are expected to escape gas inside the allowed
tolerances are the
Definition
appliance gas controls
Term
The gas appliance Reg 26(9) Internal checks are otherwise known as
Definition
the appliance gas safety inspection ventilation, fluing, combustion, ignition controls
Term
A Safety Test on a gas appliance must confirm
Definition
Correct Ventilation, Fluing, Combustion, and safety device operation
Term
When completing our internal 26(9) service inspection appliance checks we have to isolate the
electrics. How would we test that this has been completed safely
Definition
Isolating at plug or fused spur, Using a voltmeter, carry out polarity checks with the power on and
off to confirm correct isolation and polarity
Term
Prior to completing the internal 26(9) service checks on a gas appliance we would
Definition
safely isolate the gas and electrics
Term
When completing the internal 26(9) service gas safety appliance service inspection on a gas appliance
the (V) Ventilation checks are to
Definition
confirm that the airways from the appliance air inlet area to the mixing area are clear
Term
When completing the internal 26(9) gas safety checks on a gas appliance the (I)
include amongst checking spark electrode condition and gaps, the checking of
Definition
safety devices for correct installation and condition
( ) overheat stats
( ) flame supervision devices
Term
When completing the internal 26(9) checks on a gas boiler the engineer commences his (F) Fluing
Visuals. Which of the following is 'NOT' on of the internal flue visuals
Definition
Combustion Heat Shields
Term
Whilst completing the internal 26(9) Visuals on a gas appliance the engineer checks off his (C)
Combustion List which includes;
Definition
Injector, Mixing Tube, Burners, and Heat Shields
Term
After completing a gas repair on a gas appliance the engineer starts by completing the internal checks,
and once satisfied moves onto the external safety checks. Starting with (V) Ventilation the engineer
Definition
Checks the sizes and type of vents installed at the property including the ventilation path to the
appliance is correct
Term
An Engineer is working on an open flued gas back boiler and fire unit. Having completed the service,
the appliance is put back together and the engineer commences the safety checks. As part of these the
engineer proceeds to complete the fluing checks, these include checking the flue terminal type and
position, also
Definition
checking the conformity and design of the flue before completing a flue flow and spillage test
Term
An engineer has finished doing the internal service checks on a gas oven, and turns the gas and
electrics back on. After checking the Ventilation and Combustion requirements and provision the
engineer proceeds to check the ignition and safety devices. There is a liquid expansion flame
supervision device in the oven. The engineer will need what equipment to complete the test?
Definition
Eyes Only[image]
Term
What part of the internal service/commission checks does checking the flue hood of a gas boiler for
cracks fall under
Definition
Internal Fluing
Term
Checking the heat exchanger for blockages on a gas boiler forms part of the
Definition
internal fluing checks
Term
Checking that the thermostat phial on an old boiler is securely fitted into its pocket forms what par
your checks
Definition
Internal Ignition/safety device
Term
Checking the injectors for any visual blocks is covered by
Definition
Internal Ignition/safety device
Term
Checking that a vent is correctly sized covers what part of the inspection
Definition
External Ventilation
Term
Checking the flame picture is required to confirm
Definition
Correct Air Gas Mix
Term
Completing a spillage test is most commonly required on
Definition
a conventional flue natural draught appliance
Term
An engineer is checking the room volume allowances for a flueless gas water heater. Which check is he
doing
Definition
Ventilation
Term
An engineer is gas rating a gas appliance. What check is he doing
Definition
confirming the appliance is consuming the correct amount of gas
Term
An engineer is doing a gas tightness test at the meter 60 seconds after extinguishing the pilot on the
boiler. What test is he doing
Definition
checking the flame failure device has actually closed safely
Term
What is not a gas fitting?
Definition
Gas Service Pipe
Term
Which is to be regarded as WORK in relation to gas fitting?
Definition
Permanently adajusting or altering gas fitting
Term
Which Regulation clearly defined the type of property the Regulations do not apply to?
Definition
Regulation 2.4[image]
Term
Which of the following premises do the Regulations apply to when gas is supplied through a distribution main?
Definition
Premises used for sleeping accomodation
Term
Employers are responsible for ensuring the competence of gas fitting operatives who they employ
Definition
True.[image]
Term
Which Regulation prohibits any person falsely pretending to be a member of a class of persons approved by the HSE.
Definition
Regulation 3.7[image]
Term
Gas pipes entering a building through a brick wall can do so without using sleeve, providing both sides of the wall through which the pipe passes are sealed with fireproof mastic.
Definition
False[image]
Term
Regulation 6 deals specifically with general safety precautions for persons carrying out work in relation to gas fitting.
Definition
True[image]
Term
Normally, as defined in these Regulations, unattended in relation to domestic premises means absent from the premises
Definition
TRue[image]
Term
Which Regulation states that a separate notice must be prominently displayed indicating when the emergency control is open or closed?
Definition
Regulation 9.2[image]
Term
Which Regulation states that installers must notify the responsible person where permament bonding is required but not connected?
Definition
Regulation 18.2[image]
Term
Regulation 20 deals with the protection of buildings whilst installing pipework.
Definition
Tru[image]e
Term
Prior to the installation of any appliance, a person providing a gas supply to a domestic pipework installation for the first time is responsible for;
Definition
testing and purging the whole pipework installation
Term
Regulation 34 of The Gas Safety (Installation and Use)Regulations, who has to be initially informed when you identify an appliance which is failing to discharge its products of combustion safely?
Definition
The person responsible for the premisis
Term
The acceptable jointing compounds/material for use on gas pipework with all screwed joints up to 28mm are:
Definition
PTFE tape to BS 6974, jointing paste to BS 5292
Term
The maximum interval for supports for 25mm mild steel pipe in horizontal run is:
Definition
: 2.5m[image]
Term
An emergency control should be:
Definition
labelled or marked to show its open and closed positions, easy to operate and fitted with a suitable handle, which is securely attached, or other permanent means of operation.
Term
Low burner pressure at an appliance could create
Definition
Too low an efficiency
Term
If the oxygen around a flame is reduced by 25% what are the main constituents of incomplete combustion.
Definition
Carbon monoxide and water vapour
Term
ventilation requirement for combustion air direct to outside for an open flued gas boiler with a rated input of 15 kW fitted in a room is:
Definition
40cm2
Term
An open flued boiler with a maximum net input of 18kW is fitted in a compartment with high and low ventilation to an internal space. The minimum free area of high level ventilation must be
Definition
HIGH LEVEL;180 cm2
Term
Where a person performs work in relation to a gas appliance, he must immediately examine, among other things, the effectiveness of the flue system. If the flue is found to be faulty, the action which the Regulations require to be taken is?
Definition
Notify the responsible person and where different, the owner, of the appliance.
Term
On a Medium to Low pressure meter box installation, where must the outlet pipework and vent exit through?
Definition
The base of the box.
Term
An appliance heat exchanger is blocked with soot and the flame picture is very poor. Would this appliance be:
Definition
I.D[image]
Term
The initial signs of someone suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning are likely to be?
Definition
Severe headache and convulsions
Term
What is the free area required for compartment ventilation of a 23kW net open-flued boiler in which the air will be provided from a room in the building?
Definition
Top: 23x10=230cm2
Bottom: 23x20=460cm2
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Term
What action should be taken when you have classified an appliance as at risk?
Definition
Turn off the appliance with customer permission[image]
Term
Which installation within a tenanted property would contravene The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations?
Definition
A back boiler and fire with adequate ventilation fitted in a lounge that has been used as a bedroom since January 2001.
Term
What is the minimum length a Temporary Continuty Bond should be?
Definition
1200mm
Term
The minimum cross sectional area of a new flue block system for a gas fire must be
Definition
16,500mm2 with no dimension less than 90mm.
Term
TB 008 (Edition 3) provides guidance to gas engineers to assist them in meeting the requirements of Regulations when working on:
Definition
Existing concealed room-sealed fanned draught boiler chimney/flue systems in domestic premises.
Term
The maximum distance between 22mm light gauge copper pipe supports for internal horizontal runs is?
Definition
2.0 meter[image]
Term
Is it acceptable to site wall units above a built-in hob within a vertical height of 800 mm of the hob?
Definition
Yes. Min 760 mm of clearance are required.
Term
What control device is not incorporated into a standard multifunctional control valve fitted to a gas boiler?
Definition
Weep line
Term
When carrying out a gas safety inspection how would you classify a steel gas pipe downstream the gas meter inside the property?
Definition
OK[image]
Term
If an open flued boiler with a rated input of 23.31 kW (gross) is installed within a room, the ventilation requirement is?
Definition
70 cm2
Term
A heat shield adjacent to plastic gutters needs to be fitted due to the close proximity of flue terminals. The heat shield should be a minimum lenght of?
Definition
1m
Term
A free standing range cooker is installed without a stability device
Definition
NCS[image]
Term
When a gas flue block system is to be connected to a terminal above the roof or at the ridge using flue pipe, the flue should have a minimum diameter of;
Definition
125mm[image]
Term
When a gas flue block system is to be connected to a terminal above the roof or at the ridge using flue pipe, the flue should have a minimum diameter of;
Definition
125mm[image]
Term
A simple way of testing a flame failure device on a gas appliance is to shut off the service valve to allow the pilot to extinguish.
Would this be acceptable on a gas fire isolated by a restrictor elbow ?
Definition
No, when the restrictor is closed down there is an escape of gas which could be ignited[image]
Term
Immediately After refitting a burner pressure test nipple following tests on a gas appliance the test point must be tested for
tightness using LDF only when
Definition
the appliance burners have been turned back on
Term
After carrying out burner pressure test, and in the absence of any Leak detection fluid, would a gas tightness test at the meter
test point identify whether the test point has been adequately sealed
Definition
No[image]
Term
When servicing a radiant brick convector gas fire the closure plate..should?
Definition
be removed to inspect the catchment area
Term
When servicing a gas oven, it is necessary when visually inspecting its condition to check in addition to the condition of the
burners, and injectors where possible, the
Definition
Path of combustion air into the appliance, and combustion product path out of the combustion area into the room or flue
Term
When servicing a gas appliance using the manufacturer's manual the burner pressure will
Definition
not confirm the appliance heat input is correct
Term
When gas commissioning a modern gas boiler with forced draught burners the manufacturer will most commonly require you
check the inlet working / operating pressure, gas rate and
Definition
Flue gas analysis
Term
When servicing any fuel effect fire it is essential that the manufacturers manual is present to ensure amongst other things that
Definition
The coals are re-fitted correctly to ensure proper airation and flame picture
Term
When carrying out a service inspection on a balanced flue space heater it is essential that we check the viewing glass and heat
exchanger for cracks or holes to primarily prevent
Definition
combustion gasses coming back into the room
Term
Prior to carrying out a service/inspection on a gas boiler, what external visual checks should be completed
Definition
Combustion air requirement and provision, location, and signs of distress, Fluing requirements and provision
Term
When inspecting the grill burner of many hobs what are we visually inspecting?
Definition
Flame Picture, Burner condition, air path in and combustion exhaust path clearance
Term
In terms of ventilation for a flueless cooking appliance what is the minimum room volume permissible without a purpose
provided vent so long as an openable window is present?
Definition
10m3
Term
When testing the oven thermostat it is essential that
Definition
The flame remains at maintenance level and doesn't extinguish when the oven temperature has been reached
Term
What is the purpose of the flame supervision device on a gas oven burner assembly
Definition
To prevent the oven filling with a dangerous level of gas during the lighting process
Term
On a hotplate fitted with a flame failure safety device, what is the maximum permissible shut off time you would permit in th e
absence of the manufacturers instructions ?
Definition
90 seco[image]nds
Term
The most common safety tests you may carry out on a gas hotplate are?
Definition
Burner pressures, High and low flame stability, flame pic, control tap ease of movement and shut off, shut off device on any
glass lid when closed
Term
What is the minimum permissible distance alongside a tall cupboard that a gas hob can be installed?
Definition
50mm[image]
Term
What is the minimum permissible distance between a grill hood and any heat sensitive materials above (i.e. cupboard)?
Definition
610mm[image]
Term
How far should a stability bracket extend into the rear retaining slot of a cooker to be useful?
Definition
Approx 90mm
[image]
Term
Which of the following is not directly relevant to the safe installation of a natural gas cooking appliance?
Definition
A Carbon Monoxide Detector should be installed when a Range Cooker is installed
Term
Unless the manufacturer states otherwise and in order for this DFE appliance to safely and adequately clear its products of
combustion what is the required amount of purpose provided ventilation ?
Definition
100cm2[image]
Term
When installing a hearth for a gas fire installation the following dimensions apply
Definition
Thickness 12mm, Depth 150m, Edge of fire to edge of hearth 300mm, Height around edge 50mm
Term
A purpose provided Hearth must?
Definition
Have a thickness no less than 12mm to avoid heat transfer of over 80 degrees C.
Term
A spillage test on the open flued gas fire is to confirm the adequate and safe removal of combustion products from the applia nce
through the flue system to the external air. The appliance must be tested for spillage.
Definition
Strictly in accordance with the manufacturers instruction
Term
What is the minimum permissible distance between a fire spigot and the chair brick or Catchment rear wall
Definition
50mm[image]
Term
Where the flue spigot on a fire needs extending, the length of any such extension must not exceed how far beyond the rear of
the fire
Definition
150mm[image]
Term
Where a single walled flue pipe is subject to the formation of condensation caused by products of combustion, the problem may be prevented by
Definition
Replacing the single-walled flue pipe with insulated twin-wall flue pipe
Term
Where a guard has been sited to a chimney to stop the problems caused by nesting birds, the guard shall have openings of not more than...
Definition
20mm[image]
Term
In addition to sealing the flue liner within a builders opening, it is also essential that any other gaps, such as side entry pipework and any holes must also be sealed to prevent which of the following from occurring
Definition
Flame distortion caused by excessive air movement under the fire
Term
Push-fit fittings shall conform to which of the following British Standards
Definition
BS 669 - 1 or BS 7838
Term
Where pipework carrying gas is installed within timber construction walls, it must be...
Definition
Constained within purpose-designed channels or ducts
Term
Where the domestic installation pipe size exceeds 35 mm copper, DN32 steel or the installation volume exceeds 0.035m³ the procedure for gas tightness testing can be found in:
Definition
IGE/UP/1 or IGE/UP/1[image]
Term
When purging installations with an installation volume exceeding 0.02m³...
Definition
Continually attempt to ignite the purge mixture at an open burner
Term
When a decorative fuel effect fire is installed in a room which also contains oil or solid fuel appliances, these appliances...
Definition
Shall be treated as if they are gas appliances
Term
Where an air vent providing combustion air to an appliance is fitted either in the floor or the ceiling, the underfloor or roof space with which the vent communicates
Definition
Must contain ventilation of at least the same free area fitted direct to outside
Term
The recommended methods of notification and notification criteria for 'Not to current standards (NCS) are...
Which of the following statements is false?
Definition
When notifying categories 1 & 2 situation, it is recommended this be done orally
Term
If the correct warning notice is not fitted to a primary meter, the gas operative must inform the ..?
Definition
The gas transporter.
Term
Range rated appliances must incorporate which component within their design?
Definition
A constant pressure governor.
Term
Which of the Gas Safety Regulations compels the operative to use a temporary continuity bond where necessary?
Definition
Regulation 10.[image]
Term
What is the approximate volume of air required to completely burn 5 m3 of natural gas?
Definition
50 m3
Term
Which is the minimum concentration of carbon monoxide within the air that will cause occupants to fall victim to coma within a few minutes?
Definition
0.4%.
Term
The ventilation requirement for open flued appliances is dependent upon..?
Definition
Heat input
Term
If the correct warning notice is not fitted to a primary meter, the gas operative must inform the..?
Definition
The gas transporter.
Term
The purpose of the top vent installed within a compartment is to?
Definition
Remove warm air for cooling.
Term
E6 Meter
28mm Pipe
Existing with appliances connected
Allowable Pressure Drop is
Definition
8[image]mb
Term
E6 Meter
28-35mm
Existing with appliances connected
Allowable Pressure Drop is
Definition
4mb[image]
Term
U6/G4
28mm
Existing with appliances connected
Allowable Pressure Drop is
Definition
4mb[image]
Term
U6/G4
28-35
Existing with appliances connected
Allowable Pressure Drop is
Definition
2[image].5mb
Term
U16/G10
28mm
Existing with appliances connected
Allowable Pressure Drop is
Definition
1mb[image]
Term
U16/G10
35mm
Existing with appliances connected
Allowable Pressure Drop is
Definition
1mb[image]
Term
New Installations
With or without appliances
Definition
NPM on gauge
No smell of gas[image]
Term
Existing
(Pipework only)
Definition
NPM ON THE GAUGE
NO SMELL OF GAS[image]
Term
It is a legal requirement to install gas appliances in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Which regulation states this?
Definition
Regulation 33[image]
Term
A Gas Cooker or Hob Can be Installed in a Bedroom (Bed Sit). However the room volume must....
Definition
exceed 20m3
Term
Riddor regulation 11(1) requires any ID incidents to be reported within
Definition
2 hours of attending an incident and reported online within 14 days
Term
In order to avoid condensation, twin wall flue pipes with only an air gap for insulation, should not be used externally for lengths in excess of?
Definition
3m[image]
Term
If the correct warning notice is not fitted to a secondary meter, the gas operative must inform....?
Definition
The occupier and/or landlord
Term
What action should be taken when you have classified an appliance as at risk?
Definition
Turn off the appliance with customer permission
Term
You have been called to a fanned draught boiler which heats up to approximately 50oC. The appliance then 'cuts out' and will not re-light without manual re-setting. The control thermostat is set at 70oC and appears to be operating adequately. What is the likely cause of the problem?
Definition
Overheat thermostat is faulty.
Term
A flueless heater is to be installed in a conservatory measuring 3.0 m x 2.5 m x 2.4 m. Calculate the maximum rated input of heater which may be installed:
Definition
0.81 kW
Term
Open Flued Appliance COMPARTMENT Venting to OUTSIDE
Definition

High Level 5cm2/kW Low Level 10cm2/kW

In Room-NIL

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Term
Open Flued Appliance
COMPARTMENT
Venting to ROOM
Definition
High Level 10cm2/kW
Low Level 20cm2/kW
Room Vent-Max Heat Input(net)-7kW x 5cm2[image]
Term
Open Flued Appliance
ROOM
Definition
Max Heat Input(Net)-7kW x 5cm2
Term
Room Sealed Appliance
COMPARTMENT
Venting to OUTSIDE
Definition
High Level-5cm2/kW
Low Level -5cm2/kW
In Room-NIL[image]
Term
Room Sealed Appliance
COMPARTMENT
Venting to ROOM
Definition
High Level 10cm2/kW
Low Level 10cm2/kW
In Room-NIL[image]
Term
Room Sealed Appliance
Room
Definition
No Vent Required[image]
Term
Ventilation
NET Heat Input Value
Definition
Divide the gross value by 1.1
Term
Adventitious Ventilation
Definition
Air that can leak into buildings through windows,doors,floorboards walls etc
Term
DFEF
Definition
No allowance can be made for adventitious ventilation
Term
Intumescent Air Vent
Definition
Specially designed to prevent spread of fire.
Normally an insert with metal framework,open latticework of heat sensitive material
Term
Design width of Vent grill
Definition
Permits entry of a ball of 5mm diameter
but prevents entry of a ball of 10mm diameter
Term
Installation of a vent in internal wall or door
Definition
No greater than
450mm from floor level
Term
Fluess appliance ventilation requirements
Definition
Consult M.Is
or table in BS5440-2
Any air vent required must be direct to outside
Term
Ventilation for flueless space heater in a ROOM
Definition
1.Convert kW to Watts by x the net heat input by 1000
2.Then DIVIDE by the volume of the room
Answer must be 45W/m3 or less
Term
Gas Fired Appliances
Minimum Flue Diameter is
Definition
125mm[image]
Term
An existing gas appliance whose ventilation and fluing requirements are found to comply with the British Standards but not with the MI (Manufacturers Installation Instructions) Is deemed ....?
Definition
Unsafe for use
Term
Manufacturers Installation instructions primarily have priority over the British Standards
Definition
True[image]
Term
It is a legal requirement to install gas appliances in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Which regulation states this?
Definition
Regulation 33 [image]
Term
How would you categorise a Flexible gas connection on a flued appliance?
Definition
AR (at risk)[image]
Term
How would you categorise.. Pipework failing a gas tightness test ?
Definition
ID (immediately dangerous)[image]
Term
When faced with an Immediately Dangerous installation, The GIUSP states that if the customer does not agree to the installation being disconnected, the engineer should...
Definition
Report it immediately to the ESP and obtain the ESP's reference number
Term
Riddor regulation 11(2) Requires gas registered business and engineers to report...
Definition
Immediately dangerous situations that pose a threat to life, consciousness or lead to hospitalisation
Term
Purpose provided ventilation for a flueless appliance must communicate directly with the outside air, whether
directly or via a duct.
Definition
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Term
what category of unsafe classification would you place a flueless gas cooker installed in a kitchen 7M3 with
an openable window no openable door to outside and no additional ventilation provision.
Definition
AR[image]
Term
When installing a gas pipe within a builders opening it is required to be?
Definition
protected against corrosion [image]
Term
Complete combustion of natural gas results in the production of??
Definition
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Term
'It is a contravention of The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations to falsely pretend to be a member of a class of persons approved by the Health and Safety Executive'. Is this statement True of False?
Definition
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Term
The minimum volume (or capacity) of the catchment space for an inset type of gas fire, fitted to a lined masonry chimney, previously used for a gas appliance is:
Definition
0.002m3 (2 litres)
Term
Double walled metallic flue systems used for gas appliances should comply with EN 1856 and may be manufactured with an aluminium inner liner True or False?
Definition
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Term
During a routine inspection of a gas appliance a dangerous fault is located. Which Regulation defines the procedures to follow
Definition
[image]Regulation 34
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