Gas Installation, Commissioning & Decommissioning Record
The Gas Installation, Commissioning & Decommissioning Record (commonly known as Pad 17) is the official Gas Safe document for recording new gas appliance installations, commissioning of existing appliances, or decommissioning and removal of gas appliances. It covers the full scope of work including gas tightness testing, commissioning readings, ventilation checks, and Building Regulations notification.
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What it covers
- Type of work (installation, commissioning, or decommissioning)
- Appliance specification and manufacturer details
- Gas tightness testing and pipework inspection
- Commissioning readings (gas pressures, combustion analysis)
- Flue system checks and ventilation assessment
- Building Regulations notification details
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