Question 1

What is a CP12 gas safety certificate?

Accepted Answer

A CP12 (also known as a Landlord Gas Safety Record) is a document issued by a Gas Safe registered engineer after completing an annual gas safety check on a rental property. It confirms that all gas appliances, fittings, and flues are safe to use. Landlords are legally required to obtain one every 12 months.

Question 2

How often do landlords need a gas safety check?

Accepted Answer

Landlords must have a gas safety check carried out every 12 months (annually) on all gas appliances and flues in their rental properties. The check must be performed by a Gas Safe registered engineer. You can have it done up to 2 months before the expiry date without losing the original anniversary date.

Question 3

What are the penalties for not having a valid gas safety certificate?

Accepted Answer

Landlords who fail to maintain a valid gas safety certificate can face fines of up to £6,000 per offence. In serious cases, prosecution can lead to up to 6 months in prison. If a tenant is harmed due to a faulty gas appliance, the landlord could face manslaughter charges.

Question 4

Who can carry out a landlord gas safety check?

Accepted Answer

Only engineers registered with Gas Safe Register can legally carry out gas safety checks. You can verify an engineer's registration at the Gas Safe Register website. It is a criminal offence for anyone who is not Gas Safe registered to work on gas appliances.

Question 5

Do I need to give my tenants a copy of the gas safety record?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You must provide a copy of the gas safety record to existing tenants within 28 days of the check being completed. New tenants must receive a copy before they move in. You are also required to keep records of each gas safety check for at least 2 years.

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