G2 Gas Fitter Practice Exam

What must an installer provide when the installation involves converting from another form of energy to gas?

1. Oral recommendations for energy discontinuation

2. Written advice on procedures to discontinue the former energy supply

3. Contact information for energy providers

4. Guidelines on selecting gas appliances

The correct answer is: Written advice on procedures to discontinue the former energy supply

When converting from another form of energy to gas, it is essential for the installer to provide written advice on the procedures required to discontinue the former energy supply. This written documentation serves several critical purposes. Firstly, it ensures compliance with safety regulations and standards, thereby protecting both the installer and the end user from potential hazards associated with improper disconnection of the previous energy source. Secondly, having clear, written procedures helps to standardize the process, ensuring that all necessary steps are taken to safely and effectively terminate the connection to the previous energy system. This written advice also provides a record that can be referred back to if questions or issues arise later. Proper discontinuation of the former energy supply is crucial to avoid any risk of leaks, malfunctions, or other safety concerns that could result from leaving the prior energy system improperly decommissioned. In contrast, other choices do not sufficiently address the critical need for a clear and formalized process. While oral recommendations or contact information might be helpful, they do not provide the formal documentation necessary for safe practices and regulatory compliance. Guidelines on selecting gas appliances, while useful information, are not relevant to the immediate need of safely discontinuing the previous energy supply.