What happens if my kitchen fails the CP42 inspection?

If any issues are identified during the inspection, the engineer will inform you of the necessary repairs or adjustments needed to meet safety standards. The CP42 certificate will only be issued once all concerns have been addressed.

The duration of the inspection can vary based on the size of the kitchen and the number of gas appliances. Typically, it takes between 1 to 3 hours.

The CP42 certificate must be renewed annually. Regular inspections help ensure ongoing safety and compliance with gas regulations.

The CP42 is an official document issued by a Gas Safe registered engineer after inspecting gas appliances, systems, and installations in commercial kitchens. It certifies that all gas equipment is functioning safely and complies with the relevant safety standards.

As a landlord, you are required to provide your tenants with a copy of the Gas Safety Certificate within 28 days of the inspection. You can give them a physical copy or send it electronically.

Yes, you must obtain a separate Gas Safety Certificate for each rental property that has gas appliances. Each certificate is specific to the property it was issued for.

No, only a qualified Gas Safe registered engineer is legally allowed to conduct gas safety inspections and issue Gas Safety Certificates. Attempting to perform this inspection yourself could be dangerous and illegal.

If your property fails the inspection, our engineer will inform you of the necessary repairs or adjustments required to meet safety standards. Your installation will be made safe before engineer leaves the property either through repair or capping the gas supply off.  A Gas

Typically, a gas safety inspection takes about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the number of appliances and the size of the property.

A Gas Safety Certificate must be obtained annually. It is important to keep records of these certificates to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements.