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Gas Interlock Systems
Ensure Safety & Compliance with Professional Gas Interlock Systems
In every commercial kitchen, safety and regulatory compliance are non-negotiable. If your kitchen operates with any Type B gas appliance—such as a combination oven—it is a legal requirement to have a compliant gas interlock system installed.
At Walker, we specialise in the installation, maintenance, and repair of gas interlock systems designed specifically for commercial catering environments. Our goal is to help your business meet all safety standards while keeping your kitchen running efficiently and reliably.
What is a Gas Interlock System
A gas interlock system is a safety device that automatically shuts off the gas supply if the extraction ventilation system fails. This prevents dangerous gas build-up and ensures compliance with UK commercial kitchen safety regulations.
Gas interlock systems are required for .Type B gas appliances (combination ovens, solid top ranges, etc.) Kitchens without natural ventilation .Any commercial kitchen where mechanical extraction is essential
Legal Requirements & Compliance
Under UK law, commercial kitchens using Type B gas appliances must have a functioning gas interlock system that .Automatically cuts gas supply if ventilation fails
Is tested and certified by a Gas Safe registered engineer
Is inspected annually .Meets BS6173 ventilation standards
Failure to comply can result in prosecution, forced closure, and invalidated insurance.
Our Gas Interlock Services
Installation:
Complete system design and installation .Integration with existing ventilation systems .Compliance certification and documentation Testing and commissioning
Maintenance & Servicing:
Annual safety inspections .Functionality testing .Sensor calibration and cleaning .Compliance recertification
Repairs:
Emergency fault diagnosis .Sensor and relay replacements .Control panel repairs .System upgrades and modifications
Why Choose Walker for Gas Interlock Systems
Gas Safe Registered Fully certified engineers .UK Compliance ExpertsKnowledge of all current regulations .Emergency Support 24/7 call-out available .Comprehensive Documentation Full certification provided .Maintenance Contracts Keep your system compliant year-round
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, if your commercial kitchen has Type B gas appliances or insufficient natural ventilation. It’s a legal safety requirement.
Annual servicing and testing is required to maintain compliance and ensure system reliability.
Yes. We can retrofit gas interlock systems to existing commercial kitchens and ensure full compliance.
Contact us immediately for emergency repairs. Operating without a functioning system is illegal and dangerous.
Yes. We provide full compliance certification and documentation after installation and servicing.
Costs vary depending on kitchen size and complexity. Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote.
Contact Us
Contact our expert team for project consultations or to request an obligation-free quote
Head Office:
Prospect Catering Design, Unit 7 Stroud Enterprise Centre, Lightpill, Stroud, GL5 3NL
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