Why?
Keep the boiler room clear.
Debris or stock stored in boiler rooms can
lead to fires. It can also prevent the essential fresh air supply reaching the
appliance. This in turn leads to the poor performance of the appliance and the
giving off of poisonous gases.
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Well lit.
To ensure safety whilst working in the boiler room it needs to
be well lit.
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Ventilation is essential.
The boiler room will have ventilation grilles
fitted in the wall, door or ducted from the ceiling. These channel essential
fresh air to the appliance to enable it to operate correctly and prevent it
giving off carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide poisoning can lead to severe
injuries and death.
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Ensure all panels are in place.
The appliance casing must be kept in
place. It is essential to replace the door after re-lighting the pilot or making
adjustments to the controls. The door is part of the appliance and is in place
to prevent fire and can also be part of the control of fresh air for the
appliance.
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Restrict access to the boiler room.
Access to plant rooms should be
restricted to authorised people only. This also prevents the storage of
inappropriate materials without the knowledge of the key holder.
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Make regular checks
Regular checks ensure that the room is kept in good
order.
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Know what to do in an emergency.
The gas meter is often the point at
which the gas can be isolated in the event of an emergency. Therefore it is
important to know where it is and that it is accessible.
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Know what to do in an emergency.
Emergency shut off valves are often
provided within the boiler room. Check that you know where and how to isolate
the gas supply.
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Keep it operating safely and efficiently.
Regular servicing of the gas
appliances is essential to keep them running safe and economically.
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Have the appliance checked for safety
A gas safety check is not a
substitute for regular servicing. However, it does keep you informed of defects
and actual or possible dangers that can arise from your gas appliance and or
fittings.
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