Chimneys, flue pipes and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd and 3rd family gases). Installation and maintenance of ventilation provision for gas appliances - Specification
BS 5440-2:2023
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
BS
Abstract
Relates to the installation and maintenance requirements of ventilation for new or replacement gas appliances for domestic or non-domestic purposes using 1st, 2nd or 3rd family gases and with a rated heat input not exceeding 70kW based on net CV (net calorific value). Updated and aligned with Approved Documents F1 and F2, and installation practices to reduce carbon monoxide incidents from flueing and ventilation for gas appliances.
History
Supersedes BS 5440-2:2009. Came into effect 31 December 2023.
ISBN
9780539251685
Subjects
- Flues
- Building services
- Space heating/central heating
- Underfloor heating
- Ducts/flues/pipes
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
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