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Gas Detection

As per the Confined Space Regulations, ACOP 2014-

“Prior to entry, the atmosphere within a
confined space should be tested to check the oxygen
concentration or for the presence of hazardous gas,
fume or vapour.

Testing should be carried out where knowledge of the
confined space (eg from information about its previous
contents of chemicals used in a previous activity
in the space) indicates that the atmosphere might
be contaminated previously, was ventilated as a
consequence, and needed to be tested to check the
result.”

“The choice of monitoring and detecting equipment
will depend on the circumstances and knowledge of
possible contaminants and you may need to
take advice from a competent person when deciding on
the type that best suits the situation.”
At Reece we offer a wide variety of gas
detectors for purchase or hire alongside a
calibration service ensuring devices are fully compliant
and in working order.

Type Manufacturer Page
• Crowcon Gasman
• BW GasAlert Extreme
Single Gas 20-21
• MSA Altair 2X
And accessories
• MSA Altair 4X
• MSA Altair XR
• Crowcon Tetra 3
• Crowcon Tetra 4
Four Gas 22-25
• BW Quattro GAS DETECTION
• BW Microclip XL
• Scott GMI PS200
And accessories
• Crowcon GasPro 5
• BW GasAlert Micro 5
Five Gas 26-27
• MSA Altair 5X
And accessories
• Crowcon Detective +
Area Monitors 28
• Scott Safety BM25

[Source] The Confined Space Regulations 1997 - Approved Code of Practice and guidance - Health and Safety Executive
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