IGEM/GM/8 Part 4 Edition 2 - Operation and maintenance - Digital (1 year)

This standard covers the operation and maintenance for flow rate exceeding 6 m3h-1 and inlet pressure up to and not exceeding 38 bar

These procedures apply to all new onshore gas supply meter installations carrying natural gas of flow rate >6 m3h-1 and maximum operating pressure up to and not exceeding 38 bar. It deals with the operation and maintenance of relevant installations. It details:

  • Legal considerations such as Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations and Electricity at Work Regulations
  • General principles such as work systems, emergency arrangements and maintenance philosophies
  • Operational checks and tests
  • Record keeping.
The following types of meters are covered:
  • diaphragm
  • rotary displacement (RD)
  • turbine
  • ultrasonic.