From 30 March 2023, the new version of the Australian Standard AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 will be in place for all new gas installations in NSW. The revision of the Gas Standard was published on 30 September 2022. Under the Gas and Electricity (Consumer Safety) Regulation 2018, a 6-month transition period is in place. This ends, midnight 30 March 2023.
AS/NZS 5601:2022 and AS/NZS 1596:2014 are referenced in the Gas and Electricity (Consumer Safety) Regulation 2018 and are enforced for gas installations and appliances in NSW.
Australian Standards are issued under licence from Standards Australia. Visit the Standards Australia website to purchase a copy of any Standards.
Advisory notes
NSW Fair Trading has advisory notes for the gasfitting industry. These provide information on technical solutions, compliance and installation requirements, plus interpretation of rules and standards. Refer to the table below:
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If you have a technical or safety matter, it is recommended that you contact your local licensed gasfitter.
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