Don't take shortcuts with Gas Safety

With the cold weather approaching, people living in and around Wisbech are encouraged to take care when dealing with repairs or upgrades to their heating systems

HSE Inspector Edward Crick said:

 

"It is against the law for anyone who is not registered with Gas Safe to carry out work on a gas appliance. When unqualified workers try to bypass the law they are not only putting themselves at risk of prosecution, and potentially a large fine or a spell in prison - they are also putting their customers' lives at risk.

 

"Working with gas appliances is difficult, specialised and potentially very dangerous. Only engineers who are qualified and registered should attempt it.

 

"HSE will not hesitate to prosecute those who break the law in this way."

 

Paul Johnston, Chief Executive of Gas Safe Register added:

 

If you're employing an engineer to fit, fix or service gas appliances, you should always make sure that person is Gas Safe registered. If they say they are, don't just take their word for it. Check they are on the Gas Safe Register and check their ID card when they arrive at your door.

 

You shouldn't take any risks, badly fitted and poorly serviced gas appliances can cause fires, explosions, gas leaks and carbon monoxide poisoning.