https://rosenkildepauls.livejournal.com/profile CORGI Registered Gas Engineers In spite of CORGI being replaced by the Gas Safe Register in April 2009, many people still are looking for proof of this registration when choosing the heating engineer. This is understandable since CORGI registered engineers would have an official identity card which would act as proof of their credentials and expertise. Qualifications A gas engineer is a trained professional who is able to install, service and repair residential and commercial appliances. These professionals must be certified and adhere to strict safety protocols when dealing with natural gas. They should also stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies. Many of these professionals are involved in ongoing training courses and attend seminars to increase their skills. Several qualification routes exist for becoming an engineer in gas. Gas Accreditation Scheme, NVQ and SVQ qualifications are available. The ACS is the most important qualification for gas engineering. It requires applicants to pass an ACS assessment at home and demonstrate their skills through an portfolio. The ACS also includes practical testing to ensure that gas engineers meet the highest standards of competence and safety. The ACS is a nationally recognized qualification, and its certification allows engineers to legally work with gas installations and appliances in the UK. The ACS is also a prerequisite to become Gas Safe Registered, the official register of engineers who work with gas. The ACS also covers the maintenance and service of gas appliances. This is an important requirement for the role, since it reduces emissions and improve energy efficiency. Once an engineer is Gas Safe registered, he will be issued a certificate containing his registration number and types of work he's qualified to do. Anyone who isn't Gas Safe registered cannot work on boilers or gas fires. Before scheduling an appointment, customers should always s