Central Heating Systems Quiz 1

What is the main requirement of Approved Document L for central heating systems?

• Automatic bypass valve

• Thermostatic radiator valve

• Boiler interlock

• Boiler servicing

How many heating zones must every home be divided into according to the Building Regulations?

• Two

• Three

• One

• Four

Which document provides guidance on complying with the requirements of Part L for conventional space heating systems and hot water systems?

• Energy Savings Trust standards

• Gas Safe Installation and Use Regulations

• Domestic Heating Compliance Guide

• Central Heating System Specifications (CHeSS)

What is the purpose of the Gas Safe Register?

• To improve and maintain gas safety standards

• To regulate the use of electric heating systems

• To provide guidance on energy efficiency

• To enforce the Building Regulations

When must an existing central heating system be updated to comply with the regulations?

• Every time a radiator is replaced

• Every time a boiler is serviced

• Every time a home is built

• Every time a home has an extension or change of use

What is the purpose of the Central Heating System Specifications (CHeSS)?

• To improve and maintain gas safety standards

• To enforce the Building Regulations

• To provide guidance on energy efficiency

• To regulate gas safety standards

Which of the following is a good practice specification for systems with a regular and a separate hot water storage according to CHeSS?

• HR7

• HC7

• HC8

• HR8

What is the main requirement of the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations (GSIUR)?

• To ensure safe installation, maintenance, and use of gas systems

• To enforce the Building Regulations

• To improve and maintain gas safety standards

• To regulate the use of electric heating systems

What is the purpose of the Health and Safety Authority for each area in relation to gas engineers?

• To enforce the Building Regulations

• To ensure safe installation, maintenance, and use of gas systems

• To regulate gas safety standards

• To provide guidance on energy efficiency

What is the purpose of the Energy Savings Trust standards?

• To regulate gas safety standards

• To improve and maintain gas safety standards

• To provide guidance on energy efficiency

• To enforce the Building Regulations