Liquid Gas UK Publishes Updated Code of Practice 25 for LPG Infrastructure Serving Multiple Consumers

The updated Code provides comprehensive guidance for the design, installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance of LPG central storage and distribution infrastructure serving multiple properties. It applies to a wide range of developments and sites, including metered estates, residential park homes, holiday parks and other multiple-consumer LPG distribution systems.

CoP 25 has been developed in consultation with industry stakeholders and reflects current best practice for the safe management of LPG infrastructure. It provides definitive guidance for duty holders, site owners, operators, developers and managers responsible for LPG networks supplying multiple consumers.

The Code covers key areas including:

• Development planning and site surveys
• Pipeline Safety Regulations (PSR) compliance
• Gas storage location and system design
• Pipework routing and proximity distances
• Watercourse crossings and above-ground installations
• Trench preparation, ducting requirements and reinstatement
• Meter, regulator and service connection installations
• Testing, purging and commissioning procedures
• Ongoing maintenance, inspection and record keeping requirements This edition also includes updated guidance relating to utility apparatus positioning, pipework routing, trench dimensions, meter box installations and maintenance responsibilities, helping duty holders maintain safe, compliant and reliable LPG distribution systems.

CoP 25 is structured across five sections:

Section 1: Introduction, Scope, Application and References

Section 2: Development Planning

Section 3: Design and Installation

Section 4: Testing, Purging and Commissioning

Section 5: Maintenance

The Code is available to purchase online:

• View Online Licence: £90
• View, Download and Print Licence: £180

For further information or to purchase a copy, please contact mail@liquidgasuk.org or visit the Liquid Gas UK website here.