This policy sets out how we meet our legal responsibilities to keep residents, staff, contractors and visitors safe from gas-related risks, including gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide poisoning.
The policy covers:
- gas appliances
- pipework
- flues
- chimneys
- associated systems in council-managed homes
It explains how we:
- carry out annual gas safety checks
- maintain accurate records
- manage repairs and servicing
- use qualified Gas Safe registered contractors carry out gas work
It also covers access arrangements for:
- safety inspections
- requirements for alterations to properties
- gas safety checks in empty homes and mutual exchanges
- management of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- monitoring of contractor performance
The policy provides the framework for ensuring gas systems are safely installed, maintained and inspected across the council’s housing stock.
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