earth bonding gas pipes

[whistler]

Had a new gas hob fitted and installer pointed out that gas supply was not earth bonded within 600mm of meter. From the meter there is approx 2metres of lead pipe which then joins to copper where the earth wire is attached.

Some questions ....

Is it possible to bond to lead pipe or will I need to have the lead replaced with copper?

Is the actual bonding a plumber or electricians job, or is it a diy job?

 

[Boilerman2]

Has to be done by a Sparky with Part P accreditation

 

[kevplumb]

as long as its visible its ok

you want to remove the lead feel free no need tho as long as it passes a tt

 

[Biggles..]

Has to be done by a Sparky with Part P accreditation

As bondin isn't notifiable work in any way,technically it's outside the scope of part p,therefore it can be carried out by the bin man as long as henknows the requirements.

Normally 10mm min within 600mm of gas meter or point of entry,before any tee in the gas pipe.

 

[nogoodatfaultfinding]

Has to be done by a Sparky with Part P accreditation

As bondin isn't notifiable work in any way,technically it's outside the scope of part p,therefore it can be carried out by the bin man as long as henknows the requirements.

Normally 10mm min within 600mm of gas meter or point of entry,before any tee in the gas pipe.

Exactly what you put and i have my Part P, legislation states that it should be 600mm where practiable, or as close as possible to point of entry before any T in the pipework so i souldnt worry mate

 

[RMS]

Its not advisable to bond onto the lead. Assuming an earth clamp (BS951) has been used.

I think BS7671 states,

"Where practicable the connection shall be made within 600mm".

This is not always possible / practicable

 

[markymark1234567]

It's just "not to current standards" so leave alone and save yourself some money!!!