No statutory law for LPG installation

THERE is no statutory regulation around the installation of LPG systems (liquefied petroleum gas).

A problem with an LPG system and a subsequent carbon monoxide build-up is some of the areas being looked at following the death at the Trident hotel.

In Britain there are stringent laws around the installation of LPG appliances, however in Ireland the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) has yet to take over new responsibilities relating to safety regulation in this area. A CER spokesperson said because of the serious nature of the incident in Kinsale, it was providing assistance to investigating gardaí.