Gas Installations

According to the regulations introduced in 2009, all gas installations must have a Certificate of Conformity.

Pressure Equipment Regulations have been promulgated under the Occupation Health and Safety Act (No 85 of 1993).

Domestic and Commercial gas installations of
- Built-in gas hob
- Built-in gas oven
- Freestanding gas stove
- Gas geyser
- Gas fireplace
- Gas braai
  - In-cupboard installations
  - Single or dual external cylinder installation

Issuing of gas Certificates of Compliance (CoC)
- In terms of Regulation 17(3) of the Pressure Equipment Regulations (OHS ACT of 1993).
- A Gas Certificate must be issued when there is a change of ownership
- This came into effect on the 1st October 2009.
- The Gas Certificate of Compliance certifies that;
  - There are no gas leaks
  - Emergency shut-off valves have been installed in the correct positions
  - The gas piping, regulator, valves and gas appliances are in a safe working condition and not corroded.
  - The installation is compliant in accordance with SANS10087-1