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Understanding the Water Supply Regulations

What are the water regulations in the UK? They’re important to know about if you are a facilities manager, property owner, plumber or tradesperson, as they outline the rules needed to protect public health and control water quality when installing and maintaining plumbing systems. Not

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Is F-Gas Certification Worth It for Gas Safe Engineers?

F-Gases or ‘fluorinated gases’ are a selection of potent and man-made greenhouse gases that contain fluorine. This form of gas is primarily used in refrigeration, aerosols, fire suppression systems and air conditioning. Although they are classified as greenhouse gases, they don’t deplete the ozone layer;

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Gas Safe Engineers: Should You Get F-Gas Certification?

Before looking into what is an F-Gas certificate? It will be beneficial to understand what F-Gas actually is. F-Gases are a whole family of man-made, fluorinated greenhouse gases that have high levels of potent heat-trapping properties that can negatively contribute to climate change. This negative

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F-Gas Explained: What It Is and Why It Matters

What is an F-gas? An F-gas is short for fluorinated gases, which are synthetic gases widely used in refrigeration, air conditioning, foam agents, heat pumps, aerosols and solvents. While they offer vital technological benefits, they also have a significant environmental impact due to their high

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Should You Retrain As A Gas Engineer?

The growing demand for gas engineers has created an excellent opportunity for those seeking a career change. Gas engineers provide an essential service in the installation and maintenance of systems such as boilers, cookers, heaters and more. As the UK continues to rely on skilled

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How Long Does It Take To Become a Gas Engineer?

More and more people in the UK are thinking about becoming a gas engineer, and one of the most common questions we get here at MGE Training is, ‘’how long does it take to be a gas engineer?” Whether you’re a school leaver or are