Gas Safe Register Replaces CORGI
08 April 2010
From the 1st April 2010 anyone carrying out work on gas appliances must be on the Gas Safe Register
All gas consumers need to be aware of this change and ensure that if they do need gas work done, they use gas installers and engineers registered with the new Gas Safe Register. They should look out for the new yellow triangle which will be the hallmark for gas safety in Northern Ireland. Whether you are using a gas appliance for domestic central heating or for cooking in a commercial kitchen it should be serviced regularly by a competent person. Previously the engineer would have to have been registered with CORGI to be deemed competent but from the 1st April 2010 this was replaced by the Gas Safe Register. Poorly maintained gas appliances have the potential to produce deadly carbon monoxide gas.
The Gas Safe Register will offer the public an improved service, making it easier for them to find and check an engineer. All Gas Safe Register engineers will carry a photo ID card with a unique license number, as well as details of the gas work they are qualified to carry out.
For more information please visit www.gassaferegister.co.uk or call the dedicated helpline on 0800 408 5500
