Identification of proprietary piping system
This note outlines requirements for gasfitters to label proprietary piping systems clearly, including trade names and secure placement near gas meters.
| Note | 08/2023 |
|---|---|
| Date Issued | January 2023 |
| Last updated | January 2023 |
| For | Licensees and contractors working in the gasfitting industry |
| Issue by | Building Commission NSW Building Specialist Compliance Unit |
| Scope | Applies to all areas in New South Wales |
Issue
Recent gas audit inspections of Class 1 and 2 buildings carried out by Building Commission NSW’s Gas Compliance Unit have identified a failure to ensure Identification of the proprietary piping system that is installed.
All gas installations in NSW must comply with the Gas and Electricity (Consumer Safety) Act 2017 (the Act) with any installation not conforming to AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 considered non-compliant.
AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 - Gas Installations
4.5.4 – Identification of proprietary piping systems
The maker or trade name of the proprietary system shall be identified on a durable label attached adjacent to the gas meter, LP Gas tank, cylinder(s) or any other supply point.
Requirements
When a proprietary piping system (multilayer gas piping system) is used in a gas installation, the maker or trade name of the proprietary system shall be identified on a durable label attached adjacent to the gas meter, LP Gas tank, cylinder(s) or any other supply point.
Examples of Identification labels can be found below.
Information contained within this advisory note refers to codes and standards current at the time at when it was last updated.
Building Commission NSW disclaims any liability (including for negligence) to any person in respect of anything done, or not done, by that person in whole or partial reliance on any of the information in this advisory note.