Wherever possible, flame failure devices should be fitted to gas appliances. This is to prevent a build-up of gas in the vehicle in the event of a flame being extinguished.

The fitting of flame failure devices is particularly important to appliances where the flame is not visible should it need to be extinguished such as ovens or on LPG operated refrigeration.

In the case of some older gas appliances it may not be possible to fit such devices. It is recommended that you provide written confirmation of this from the manufacturer or a Gas Safe registered gas fitter.

It is a legal requirement that every employer or self-employed person ensure that any gas appliance, installation, pipework or flue installed in any place of work under their control is maintained in a safe condition.

While it is for you to decide how to maintain the LPG installation in a safe condition, you should note that effective maintenance usually involves an ongoing programme of regular/periodic examinations and remedial action as necessary. All such work should be undertaken by a competent person. A suggested maintenance programme of the LPG installation should include the following.

A suggested maintenance programme of the LPG installation should include the following.

Before the installation is used, the cylinders, pipework, appliances, flues and vents, should be visually checked by a suitably trained person. Any suspected leaks should be traced by the use of a soapy water solution.

A suitably trained person should understand:

It is recommended that a record of all daily checks is kept, eg using a tick sheet which is signed by the person doing the checks.

At least annually (and more frequently according to use and experience) the installation should be tested and inspected by a competent person (Gas Safe registered fitter).

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