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Bonding of incoming services

Johno12345

Hello all,

I have carried out a fire risk assessment and noticed that, although there is no gas meter or installation, the metallic gas service entering the building and continuing for approximately 800mm is not bonded, although there is an earth bond coiled up next to it. 

I'm in two minds whether to recommend it be connected, or if this would introduce further potential hazards. 

It can be touched, particularly while turning electricity supplies on and off, but not likely during the general occupation of the building. 

Any thoughts?

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    Well, as it is, there is a potential hazard, in that there may be a potential earth difference between the internal installation, and the incoming gas pipe. If it was boxed in (and properly vented) it would not be a potential hazard to those around it, as it is now out of reach, but I would still be inclined to connect the earth bond, as I cant readily see what other potential hazards connecting it will bring.

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    Well, as it is, there is a potential hazard, in that there may be a potential earth difference between the internal installation, and the incoming gas pipe. If it was boxed in (and properly vented) it would not be a potential hazard to those around it, as it is now out of reach, but I would still be inclined to connect the earth bond, as I cant readily see what other potential hazards connecting it will bring.

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