This Gas Appliance Installation & Leak Test SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers how a licensed gasfitter connects, tests and commissions a gas appliance such as a cooktop, hot water unit or space heater on natural gas or LPG. It sets out isolating and purging the pipework, connecting the appliance, pressure and leak testing, checking ventilation and flueing, spillage testing, and commissioning and handover. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Licensed gasfitters and plumbers
Plumbing and gas contracting businesses
Hot water and heating installers
Kitchen and appliance installers
Builders using licensed gas trades
Use it to
Train and induct workers in exactly how you expect the task to be done
Keep a clear reference at the machine, in the vehicle or on site
Record competency with the built-in sign-off
Show clients, insurers and auditors your safe work methods are written down
What this SOP covers
Fire or explosion from an undetected gas leak
Carbon monoxide poisoning from poor combustion, ventilation or flueing
Burns from hot appliance surfaces, flues and pipework
Electric shock from appliance wiring, ignition systems or fan-assisted flues
Manual handling injury when positioning an appliance
Cuts and abrasions from pipe cutting, threading and fitting
Exposure to combustion by-products during testing and commissioning
Falls from height at rooftop or elevated flue terminations
Working in roof spaces, subfloors and other confined areas
What's included
8 pre-operational checks, from licence and gas type to clearances, flueing, test equipment and the isolation point
A 13-step operating procedure covering isolation, connection, purging, pressure and leak testing, spillage testing and commissioning
Isolation and energy control for locking or tagging the upstream isolation point and purging safely
6 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for gas leaks, loss of pressure and suspected carbon monoxide poisoning
PPE checklist and a list of related documents
Competency acknowledgement and worker sign-off
Space for your logo, SOP number, version and review dates
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing an SOP from a blank page
Written as clear, numbered steps that workers can follow on the job
Fully editable, so you can match it to your equipment, site and how your team works
The competency sign-off gives you a training record from day one
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, company name, SOP number and dates.
Check it suits your equipment and site, and edit anything you need to.
Train your workers and have them sign the competency acknowledgement.
Need more than one SOP?
This SOP is also included in the Ultimate Plumbing SOP Bundle. At $197 for the whole bundle, it works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Who can use this SOP?
Only gasfitters who hold the licence required for this class of work and have been assessed as competent and authorised. Licence and endorsements are confirmed as the first check.
Does it cover LPG cylinder storage or general gas installation design?
No. It covers connecting, testing and commissioning a specific appliance. Cylinder storage, exchange, transport and installation design are covered by other procedures.
Does it include carbon monoxide checks?
Yes. It includes checking combustion, testing open-flued appliances for negative pressure and spillage, and what to do if carbon monoxide poisoning is suspected.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any step, check or hazard, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
