Gas meter installations.

Which part of GS(I&U)R relates to the installation of gas meters in domestic premises?

• Part A

• Part B

• Part C

• Part D

What duty do all gas engineers, including meter installers, have?

• Duty of efficiency

• Duty of care

• Duty of speed

• Duty of accuracy

Under which regulations are domestic meter installations classified as being in a Zone 2 hazardous area?

• Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR)

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

What is a Zone 2 hazardous area?

• An area where an explosive air/gas mixture is likely to occur frequently

• An area where an explosive air/gas mixture is unlikely to occur in normal circumstances

• An area where an explosive air/gas mixture is certain to occur

• An area where no explosive air/gas mixture can occur

What is the maximum capacity for gas meters covered under BS 6400 Part 1?

• 10 m³/h

• 6 m³/h

• 8 m³/h

• 12 m³/h

What is the typical meter rating adequate for most domestic installations?

• 8 m³/h

• 6 m³/h

• 10 m³/h

• 4 m³/h

What is the rated heat input cap for a meter with a rating of 6 m³/h?

• 75 kW

• 55 kW

• 65 kW

• 85 kW

How is the gas usage figure for each installed appliance determined?

• By dividing the maximum rated heat input by 10.76 kW/m³

• By adding the maximum rated heat input of all appliances

• By multiplying the maximum rated heat input by its specific appliance type diversity factor

• By subtracting the diversity factor from the maximum rated heat input

What is the conversion factor used to convert the total heat input figure to m³/h?

• 12.34 kW/m³

• 10.76 kW/m³

• 9.81 kW/m³

• 11.45 kW/m³

What must installations conform to according to the Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations?

• BS 6400

• Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998

• Approved type/specification

• Consumer requirements