4.3 Other Location Restrictions
This section identies other restrictions that must be considered when locating a gas meter box.
4.3.1 Service Regulator Installation Restrictions (AS/NZS 4645)
• The gas service regulator shall not be installed in any of the following locations in
accordance with AS/NZS 4645.1:2008 (Appendix J3):
(i) A lift shaft.
(ii) A lift motor room.
(iii) A room specically intended for electrical switch gear.
(iv) A position that would obstruct egress from the building in the event of an emergency.
(v) A bedroom.
(vi) A re-isolated stairway or passage.
(vii) A re hydrant duct or hose reel cabinet.
(viii) Sprinkler or hydrant pump room.
(ix) Near a source of ignition.
(x) In a position that would obstruct egress from a building.
(xi) In the foundation area under a building.
(xii) In a cavity wall, unless installed in an adequately ventilated enclosure and the cavity is
sealed.
(xiii) On the ground.
(xiv) On a oor which is frequently wetted.
(xv) On a oor which contains material which may corrode the service regulator.
• A service regulator may be installed in an enclosure adjoining but not directly
communicating with a location referred to in the last paragraph above, providing the walls,
doors or access to such an enclosure are not within the path of egress from a re exit.
The walls and door of the enclosure shall have a re resistance rating acceptable to the
statutory authority responsible for building regulations.
• The location of a service regulator shall provide ready and safe access for authorised
persons carrying out maintenance.
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