gas pipes near electrics

[zetland76]

Regulations state that these pipes have to be more than 25mm apart or 150mm if near distribution box or sockets unless they are electrically insulated. What does this mean? All electrical cables are covered with insulation. Does this apply to pipes and cables that cross at right angles or just running parallel?

Thanks Mike[/b]

 

[DaftPunk]

Which regulation(s) is that then?

 

[zetland76]

BS 6891:2005 installation of low pressure gas pipework in domestic premises, clause 8.16.2

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

If the separation distance is not as required by BS6891, then placing an electrically insulating material between the gas pipework and electrical installation would mean BS6891 is complied with.
In the event that BS6891 guidance cannot be achieved, then a risk assessment will need to be carried out and providing the gas installation aspect of the installation is able to operate safely now and in the future, the situation may be classified as not to current standards.