AS/NZS 5601.1, 3rd – Gas installations, Part 1: General installations

AS/NZS 5601.1 specifies requirements and means of conformance for the design, installation and commissioning of gas installations that are associated with the use or intended use of natural gas, LP Gas, or biogas.

NOTE 1 In Australia, AS 4564 includes requirements for general purpose natural gas including biogas, and
AS 4670 includes requirements for LP Gas.

NOTE 2 In New Zealand, NZS 5442 includes requirements for reticulated natural gas and NZS 5435 includes requirements for LP Gas.

Exclusions

This Standard does not apply to —

(a) portable or mobile appliances (such as barbecues or patio heaters) that are connected directly, or by hose assembly, to an LP Gas cylinder;
(b) automotive CNG compressors and refuelling stations;
(c) installations in vehicles for automotive use; or
(d) caravans and boats (refer to AS/NZS 5601.2 with the exception of the installation of commercial catering equipment).