What Do Gas Fitters Do?

A fully qualified gas fitter is professionally trained to work with both LPG and natural gas systems. They are responsible for servicing, repairing, replacing and installing gas appliances, fixtures, metres, flues and more.

When looking to install or replace a gas appliance, it is vital that you enlist the help of a fully licensed gas fitter. Gas is highly flammable and, therefore, gas systems need to be handled with a great level of care to avoid damage.

At Jetset Plumbing, we have fully qualified gas fitters to help with your gas maintenance needs. So if you are looking at installing or replacing a gas appliance, or feel your current gas appliances need to be checked and serviced, call us on 1800 443 996.

What are the Key Responsibilities of a Gas Fitter?

As a broad definition, a gas fitter is a person who is trained to repair, replace and install gas elements. However the roles that gas fitters can be responsible for are vast.

Their key responsibilities are:

• Setting up gas lines
• Inspecting gas appliances and pipes
• Installing LPG or natural gas appliances
• Setting up flues for gas appliances
• Installing and maintain detection and control systems
• To educate customers on safe gas use
• To complete maintenance checks and servicing
• Adhering to regulation standards and certifying gas work

What Qualifications are Required?

Gas Standard Regulations in Australia refer to gas fitting as the process of altering, removing, installing, repairing or maintaining gas systems.

Non-tradespersons or tradespersons working in electronics, mechanical, electrical and other disciplines that might be required to work with gas must complete a Certificate III in Gasfitting. However, to attain a full gas fitting licence, a relevant Certificate IV in Gasfitting accompanied by a year of experience is required.

There are many dangers involved in the gasfitting profession, hence why extensive training is needed before an individual is able to work with gas under no supervision.

What are Gas Plumbers?

You may have noticed that it is not uncommon for plumbing companies to offer gas plumbing services. But do you know the difference between a gas plumber and a gas fitter?

When completing their Certificate III in Plumbing, plumbers will be taught the fundamentals of gas fitting allowing them to obtain an interim licence. However, like gas fitters, they must complete a year of supervised gas work and their Certificate IV in Plumbing before they can obtain a full licence.

Once fully licensed these plumbers are able to work with both water and gas, hence the name gas plumbers. A plumber who is also licensed to work with gas does have their advantages, especially when it comes to installing gas hot water systems.

Choosing a Gas Fitter

When it comes to hiring a professional gas fitter, ensuring they are appropriately licensed and trained is important. Not all plumbers are gas fitters, and an interim licence does not cover a gas fitter working alone.

If you are unsure, ask for documentation. It is the best way to assure yourself in the process of choosing a fully qualified professional.

At Jetset Plumbing we employ fully licensed and qualified gas fitters so that we can offer a reliable gas fitting service. They are efficient and have a keen understanding of the care needed when working with any gas supply.

So, if you are looking to install or replace a gas appliance, call us on 1800 443 996.