Liquefied Petroleum Gas Safety Association

Gas safety in the home

We take it for granted that our gas geysers, cookers and gas fire places are safe. It is only when there is a problem with an appliance that many people take any notice of it at all.
What are the gas safety risks of dangerous gas work?
Dangerous gas work can be deadly. Badly fitted and poorly serviced appliances can cause the following gas safety risks:
gas leaks
fires
explosions
carbon monoxide poisoning
Only use a registered installer to install, fix or service your appliances.
Everyone should understand how to use gas safely in their homes.

Top tips for using gas safely

1. Always use a registered installer, to install, repair and service your gas appliances, including your: gas geyser, gas fireplace, gas cooker or hob. On completion of the work, they will provide you with a Certificate of Conformity ensuring the job has been done according to SABS standards.
2. Always ask for the card. Registered installers all carry a SAQCCGas Registration ID card. It shows you what they look like and what gas work they are qualified to do. It also gives you a unique registration number that you can use to check they are still on the register.
Only allow an engineer to work on your gas appliances after you have checked their SAQCCGas ID card. If you have any doubts check the the unique licence number on your engineer’s ID card or visit SAQCCGas.
If you suspect an engineer is not registered and working illegally, you should report it to SAQCCGas using the 'Report' service or alternatively contact us on +27 11 886 9702.
3. Check that your engineer is competent to do the work.
Not all installers are qualified to carry out all types of gas work. Make sure you check the qualifications on the back of their ID card to make sure they are competent to work on your appliance. You can also check them on the SAQCCGas website.
If you have a complaint about work carried out by a registered installer, then let us know by using our contact form.

4. Check your appliances before using them. Sometimes we pack away our gas heaters until winter. There are seals that can degrade in time. Make sure your appliance is safe before using it by checking the manufacturers instructions or alternatively, getting a registered installer to check if for you. Always follow the instructions when connecting and disconnecting appliances from gas cylinders. Your registered installer will carry out tests and checks to establish your appliances are operating safely.

5. If you think there might be a gas leak or notice any gas smells, act fast and follow the advice for gas emergencies.