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Created page with "There are regulations about installation and removal of domestic gas cooking appliances. It doesn't mean that members can't post a request or offer for a gas cooker, but it might be prudent to mention this if a moderator chooses to on the member's post. Something simple like: ''‘A Gas Safe registered engineer is recommended to be used when installing or removing gas appliances in the home. There's some useful information here - https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/gas-..."
 
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Something simple like:
Something simple like:


''‘A Gas Safe registered engineer is recommended to be used when installing or removing gas appliances in the home. There's some useful information here - https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/gas-safety/gas-appliances/gas-cooker-and-hob-appliance-guide/'''  
''‘A Gas Safe registered engineer is required to be used when installing or removing gas appliances in the home. There's some useful information here - https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/gas-safety/gas-appliances/gas-cooker-and-hob-appliance-guide/'''  






Links:
Links:
* H&S Executive statement:
‘In domestic properties and workplaces such as shops, restaurants, schools and hospitals, work on gas fittings must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer who is qualified to do the work. It’s illegal for anyone else to do it. It’s your responsibility to check a person is registered and is qualified.’
*https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/gas-safety/gas-appliances/gas-cooker-and-hob-appliance-guide/
*https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/gas-safety/gas-appliances/gas-cooker-and-hob-appliance-guide/
*conversation on Discourse Nov 25 - https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/t/gas-cooker-uninstalling/9180
*conversation on Discourse Nov 25 - https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/t/gas-cooker-uninstalling/9180

Latest revision as of 14:25, 30 November 2025

There are regulations about installation and removal of domestic gas cooking appliances. It doesn't mean that members can't post a request or offer for a gas cooker, but it might be prudent to mention this if a moderator chooses to on the member's post.

Something simple like:

‘A Gas Safe registered engineer is required to be used when installing or removing gas appliances in the home. There's some useful information here - https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/gas-safety/gas-appliances/gas-cooker-and-hob-appliance-guide/'


Links:

  • H&S Executive statement:

‘In domestic properties and workplaces such as shops, restaurants, schools and hospitals, work on gas fittings must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer who is qualified to do the work. It’s illegal for anyone else to do it. It’s your responsibility to check a person is registered and is qualified.’