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HS&E HAPS practice question: Gas appliances, flues and leaks (4 of 5)

E. Specialist: HVACR – heating and plumbing services A free question from our original HS&E HAPS practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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A building owner asks what they must do about their gas heating once it is installed.

What does HSE say?

Choose one answer.

A. Keep pipework, appliances and flues maintained
B. Nothing, until something breaks or smells of gas
C. Repaint the casing
D. Rest it once a month

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A

A. Right: Right. HSE says gas pipework, appliances and flues should be regularly maintained.
B. Wrong: Wrong. Gas systems need regular maintenance.
C. Wrong: Wrong. Pipework, appliances and flues need maintenance.
D. Wrong: Wrong. Regular maintenance is what is needed.

Explanation

Gas pipework, appliances and flues should be maintained regularly by a competent person.

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