» Guidelines for the Safe Use of Mobile Heaters
Mobile gas heaters are a safe, economical source of winter warmth if looked after, properly serviced and used in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
They should comply with the requirements of BS EN449 and carry a CE certification mark. (Appliances prior to 1992 will comply with the requirements of BS 5258 Parts 10 & 11 and carry the BSI Kite Mark). These old appliances should be replaced with newer ones.
» Mobile Heaters should:
- NOT be located so as to restrict means of escape
- NOT have clothes placed over it
- NOT be positioned near to chairs or other furnishings, alongside a wall or near to curtains.
- Always face the heater towards the centre of the room.
- NOT BE MOVED WHILST LIT
- Be used with suitable fire guards to provide additional protection
» Mobile Heaters should not be used in:
- Garages as petrol vapour may be present, or wherever highly flammable materials are stored.
- Bathrooms or shower rooms
- Bedrooms where there are ready combustible material such as bed coverings, curtains etc.
» Further information
For information on how to use LPG mobile heaters safely refer to the PDF 'Using mobile heaters safely”.
