Installation of Pipework

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Pipework should adequately secured to minimise vibration
To reduce the risk of mechanical damage and work hardening. Clips should be spaced at least every 500mm.

Should be routed or protected to minimise the risk of damage

Should not pass though petrol engine spaces or spaces dedicated to electrical equipment unless jointless and enclosed in a conduct

Sharp changes of direction should be avoided
Sharp bends or kinked pipe reduces the volume of gas the pipe can pass. Undersized or flatten pipes are the biggest cause of poor performance of appliances.

Pipework should sited to avoided any material likely to cause corrosion
To avoid damage to pipework leading to leakage.

Pipework should not be installed in ventilation ducts, or where it is exposed to leakage from water services
To reduce entry into the boat of leaking gas. To reduce risk of corrosion or deterioration. Pipework should not be installed in ducts used for electrical or telecom services.
To protect the pipework from damaged cables. There is a possibility of arcing perforating the gas pipe by spark erosion.

Pipework laid under decks or otherwise concealed, should be protected against damage or puncture
To reduce the risk of mechanical damage

Pipework should be kept to a minimum length
To minimise the pressure drop to appliances. To reduce the number of joints and connections.

Pipework should be carried as high as possible
To reduce the risk of mechanical damage. Height of pipework should take precedence over the length where the pipe could be exposed to risk.

Pipework should not run though bilges
To reduce the risk of corrosion and or mechanical damage. See Above.