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What are the requirements for a loft installation?

Boiler installations in roof spaces should comply with the following additional requirements:-

• Enough vertical clearance should be provided to satisfy the static head requirements for an 
regular heat only system

• Fixed flooring should be provided under and around the boiler for servicing, also from the
entry point in the loft

• A permanent means of access to the roof space should be provided e.g fixed, retractable loft ladder

• Fixed lighting should be provided

• A guard should be provided to prevent contact between stored articles and the appliance

• The exit from the roof space should be provided with a guard rail to prevent anyone falling

• Isolation of gas, water and electricity should be possible without entering the roof space


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