Document J, CE Marks and Health and Safety
When purchasing an appliance, look for quality stoves carrying the CE Mark or HETAS stamp of approval. This means they comply with the essential requirements of the relevant European Health, Safety and Environmental Protection Legislation.
If a new build masonry chimney is required for a stove, it is likely both planning permission and Building Regulations compliance will be needed, and it is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure they are applied for and obtained. This type of “controlled work” is normally outside the scope and experience of most general builders, and there are frequently no guarantees or call backs if the work is found to be defective.
Approved Document “J” Building Regulations govern the installation of solid fuel appliances, hearths, chimneys and flues within England and Wales, but consideration should also be given to Health and Safety Legislation , relevant British Standards, and any Listed Building Legislation
Quality assurance programmes and Building Regulations are based on years of experience and are designed to protect householders from potentially dangerous products and construction work. Consulting a reputable HETAS engineer, Local Authority Planning Official, Surveyor, Architect or other competent person is frequently the best course of action where building works are necessary.
Keep all documention in a safe place, as you will be required to produce receipts and approvals if you decide to sell your house.
We are an independent Birmingham based family business with over 25 years experience in the specialist fields of woodburning stoves, fires, flues, and chimneys. We are registered HETAS engineers and experienced project managers. We are pleased to carry out site visits and surveys and happy to discuss any specific projects or requirements clients may have.
Professionally installed woodburning and multi- fuel stoves are required by law to comply with Building Regulations and Health and Safety legislation.
Use an approved and registered HETAS Heating Engineer or other competent installer to carry out such work.
For further details about the different types and styles of woodburning stoves and fireplaces available, please visit www.fireplaceexperts.co.uk
Due to the terms of our Insurance Policies, we are unable to provide any technical information or assistance, except by full site visit and survey.
