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+As a landlord, it's your responsibility to make sure that all gas appliances, flues and chimneys are inspected annually. The law also requires you give a copy of the check to your tenants.
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+If the engineer considers an device or installation to be immediately hazardous, they will ask for permission to cut off the gas supply and suggest that inspection hatches be installed.
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+What is a Gas Safety Certificate (GSC)?
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+A landlord gas safety certificate is a document that proves that the gas appliances and flues have been examined by a certified gas engineer. The landlord must arrange for the gas check for each rental property that they own at least once a year. Gas Safe registered engineers carry out the inspection and check that all pipework, appliances and flues are in compliance with safety standards.
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+Landlords are also legally required to give their tenants copies of the CP12 Gas Safety Certificate (Gas Safety Record) after each annual gas safety inspection and test. The certificate should be given to current tenants within 28 days of the Gas Safety inspection and given to any new tenants at the start of their tenure.
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+CP12 is an abbreviation for the CORGI Proforma 12 which was employed by the Council for Registered Gas Installers (CORGI) before being replaced by the Gas Safe Register in 2009. The form outlines the date of the most recent gas inspections and tests, the results, any steps that must be taken, as well as the name and title of the engineer that conducted the test.
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+If the Gas Safety check highlights any problems with a gas appliance and the engineer will give advice on what needs to be done to ensure its safe use. If an appliance is deemed to be immediately dangerous or Abnormally Lethal the gas supply will have to be disconnected until the issue is resolved.
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+If a tenant refuses to allow access for the gas security checks to be conducted, it is an offence that is criminal. A landlord may apply to the courts for an injunction order should it be necessary, but it is generally more efficient to simply send a strongly written letter stating the reasons why it is crucial that the checks are conducted and what they will involve. This can make a tenant more hesitant to let access in, and in the event that they do not, the landlord might have to think about starting the eviction process.
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+How often should I renew my Gas Safety Certificate?
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+Landlords and letting agents are required by law to conduct an annual gas safety inspection on all flues and gas appliances that are supplied to tenants. This is to ensure that the equipment is safe for them to use and that there are no gas leaks in the building. This is a vitally important obligation and landlords must ensure that they are inspected for gas by a qualified gas engineer.
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+The Gas Safety Certificate, formerly known as the Gas Safety Check Record, is a legal document that confirms that an engineer has completed a gas inspection within the last 12 months. It is issued by the landlord and should also be given to the tenant to prove the safety of gas supply. It is valid for a time of 12 months and must be renewed each year.
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+If a landlord is unable to provide their tenants with a Gas Safety Certificate then they are in violation of the law and could be punished by the local authority. It is therefore essential for landlords to ensure that their Gas Safety checks carried out on time and to keep a copy the documents in case a tenant requests it.
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+Installing inspection hatches in all gas appliances is a good idea as it allows engineers to quickly access the appliances to conduct annual inspections. If the appliance is found to be  in danger during an inspection the engineer will classify it as such and shut off the boiler and advise that tenants not to use it until the inspection hatch is installed.
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+Landlords must also ensure that they provide their tenants with a minimum of 24 hours notice prior to the time they visit the property to conduct Gas Safety checks. This will allow tenants to prepare for the visit and provide permission if necessary. If a tenant does not allow the engineer's entry the landlord has to explain the reason why it is necessary and what happens in the event that the tenant refuses. If the tenant refuses to allow the engineer entry, the landlord may decide to evict the tenant under section 21 of 1988 Housing Act.
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+What happens if I don't get a Gas Safety Certificate?
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+In essence, it's a landlord's legal duty to ensure their property has an approved gas safety certificate prior to the time tenants move into. Failing to do so is an offense that could lead to landlords being charged and liable to heavy fines. The regulations also state that landlords must provide an original copy of their gas safety record to their tenants upon request.
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+Gas Safe registered engineers must visit the rental property of the landlord in order to perform a gas inspection on all gas appliances. During the inspection the engineer will be able to identify any issues that may pose a risk for tenants. They will then issue a CP12 gas safety certificate which is known as the Landlord Gas Safety Record or a Gas Safety Certificate.
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+This is a crucial piece of documentation that every tenant must be able to access and keep. It contains information on the gas appliances in the rental property and also details regarding when they last checked and the expiry dates. It will help tenants recognize problems with appliances or installations and make sure they know how to contact an Gas Safe Engineer to have them tested.
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+Landlords are required to provide their new and current tenants with a gas safety inspection report within 28 days of the engineer visiting their property. They must also provide a copy of the CP12 to the tenant on the day that their tenancy begins. Landlords who fail in providing the the gas certificate could be prosecuted and could face unlimited fines, or six months in prison.
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+The same way, landlords should ensure that carbon monoxide detectors are working in their homes and arrange for them being tested every month. If the alarm isn't working, the landlord must repair it. This applies to councils, private landlords, and housing associations, as well as licensable houses of Multiple Occupation.
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+In June 2017 in June 2017, the High Court decided that it was illegal for landlords to issue Section 21 notices if they did not provide their tenants with a valid gas safety certificate. The ruling was based on a law that requires landlords who have assured shorthold leases to obtain a gas safety certification for their property prior to when tenants move in.
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+How do I get a Gas Safety Certificate (GSC)?
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+Landlords are legally responsible to ensure that gas appliances, flues and pipework within the properties they lease are safe. This is covered by the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. To be in compliance with the regulations, landlords are required to conduct annual gas inspections on all the gas appliances and flues they supply for use in the property. This is referred to as a CP12 gas safety certificate. It must be completed by a certified Gas Safe registered engineer after each inspection.
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+It's also recommended for landlords to consider having an annual boiler service performed at the same time as the CP12 inspection, since this will help ensure that all gas appliances are operating in a safe and efficient manner. Landlords can typically obtain a combined CP12 and boiler service for an affordable cost from a professional gas engineer who can check the seals on boiler burners. They will also inspect the flue system for cracks and leaks cleaning the heat exchanger and burner and conduct general maintenance.
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+The CP12 document is commonly called the 'landlord's gas safety certificate' although it is officially called the Gas Safety Record documentation. It outlines the outcomes of all safety inspections and details of any actions or problems that require attention. Landlords are required to provide their tenants a CP12 document no later than 28 days after the Gas Safety Check is completed.
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+It is crucial that landlords and letting agents only allow Gas Safe registered engineers access to the property for safety inspections and maintenance. It's a good idea to inform tenants of the importance of allowing access and explaining that the gas engineer is there to protect them from carbon monoxide poisoning. If a tenant is hesitant to allow access it is the landlord's or letting agent's duty to explain the legal responsibilities in writing, and follow by visiting the property to compel entry if needed.
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+Tenants should always ask to be shown a Gas Safe ID card from the engineer prior to letting them in, as this will prove that they're qualified to work on the gas systems in your home and are able to complete the gas safety check efficiently and efficiently. It is also important to keep in mind that the gas engineer is legally allowed to cut off any defective equipment and can cut off your gas supply in the event of a need.