In England, from the 1st of October, changes were made to Building Regulations Approved Document J.
In England, from the 1st of October, changes were made to Building Regulations Approved Document J.
In England, from the 1st of October, changes were made to Building Regulations Approved Document J. It is now a requirement to install a carbon monoxide alarm when installing or replacing a fixed-combustion fuel-burning appliance in a dwelling, this excludes gas appliances used solely for cooking.
The alarm should comply with BS 50291-1:2018, be provided in the room where the appliance is located and be powered by a battery designed to operate for the working life of the alarm, it should also incorporate a warning device to alert users when the working life of the alarm is about to expire.
As an alternative, a mains- powered alarm with fixed wiring (not a plug-in type) conforming to BS EN 50291 of the Type A type may be used, providing they are fitted with a sensor failure warning device.
Further guidance and recommendations on the installation of carbon monoxide alarms are available in BS EN 50292:2013 and from manufacturers’ instructions.
Building Regulations Approved Document J
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