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    <title>Gas</title>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:02:56 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Gas Detection - Insurance Regulation</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 02:49:04 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/gas-detection-insurance-regulation.694/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Mark Crosbie - Centmark)</author>
      <dc:creator>Mark Crosbie - Centmark</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Finally the insurance companies in South Africa are starting to take note of the importance of GAS DETECTION in restaurants utilising gas appliances. There have been way to many incidents of late where restaurants have failed to correctly service their gas appliances and this has led to devestating consequences.<br />
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Centmark have a simple and cost effective GAS DETECTION soultion available for restaurants which is used extensively throughout Southern Afrfica and has a proven track record....<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/gas-detection-insurance-regulation.694/" class="internalLink">Gas Detection - Insurance Regulation</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>What type of piping must be used in what application? Coded?</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 02:41:23 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/what-type-of-piping-must-be-used-in-what-application-coded.213/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What type of piping must be used in what application? Coded?&quot;<br />
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Any comments?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>"Pressure Equipment Regulation" to replace "Vessels Under Pressure Regulation"</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:13:57 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/pressure-equipment-regulation-to-replace-vessels-under-pressure-regulation.222/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[&quot;The forthcoming Pressure Equipment Regulation (PER), soon to replace the VUP Regulation, does it have an impact on the gas industry?&quot; <br />
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Can anyone give their views on this topic?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Residential gas detection</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:43:55 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/residential-gas-detection.403/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/residential-gas-detection.403/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Mark Crosbie - Centmark)</author>
      <dc:creator>Mark Crosbie - Centmark</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Can any one inform me if there are any insurance standards which relate to gas leak detection in the residential market?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>VESDA ECO &amp; ICAM ECO - A New Approach to Gas Detection</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 19:52:59 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/vesda-eco-icam-eco-a-new-approach-to-gas-detection.401/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/vesda-eco-icam-eco-a-new-approach-to-gas-detection.401/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Mark Crosbie - Centmark)</author>
      <dc:creator>Mark Crosbie - Centmark</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Conventional fixed-point gas detectors traditionally have been used to detect gas leaks and generate alarms to protect personnel and property. However, the effectiveness of these detectors is dependent on proper placement, which is highly dependent on the type of gas being detected as well as many other environmental factors including airflow, gas pressure, temperature, harshness of the environment, etc. <br />
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Achieving optimum gas detection often requires adding additional gas detectors...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/vesda-eco-icam-eco-a-new-approach-to-gas-detection.401/" class="internalLink">VESDA ECO &amp; ICAM ECO - A New Approach to Gas Detection</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Safety vs. Efficiency - Are they inseperable?</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2011 06:44:50 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/safety-vs-efficiency-are-they-inseperable.219/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/safety-vs-efficiency-are-they-inseperable.219/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Safety vs. Efficiency - Are they inseperable?<br />
Safety has been with us for a long time, rightfully so. We do our jobs to the best of our ability and of course with our &quot;Safety Hat On&quot; - at all times. Inherently ensuring legal and best practice!<br />
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But hasn&#039;t the time arrived to start focusing on efficiency as well? Or have we been doing this all the time - somewhat on an adhoc or inefficient basis? <br />
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From an appliance or equipment efficiency perspective, industry believes we have a long...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/safety-vs-efficiency-are-they-inseperable.219/" class="internalLink">Safety vs. Efficiency - Are they inseperable?</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>3rd Natural Gas Conference 2010</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 09:07:01 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/3rd-natural-gas-conference-2010.224/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[3rd Natural Gas Conference 2010<br />
Date: 7 &amp; 8 September 2010<br />
Venue: TBA (Pretoria or Johannesburg)<br />
<br />
Diarise now!<br />
<br />
Will keep you informed on progress<br />
<br />
Regards<br />
<br />
South African Pipeline Gas Association (SAPGA)<br />
Chairman<br />
Mail: <a href="mailto:info@sapga.co.za">info@sapga.co.za</a><br />
Web: <a href="http://www.sapga.co.za" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">http://www.sapga.co.za</a><br />
Promoting the safe and efficient use of hydrocarbon gas within the pipeline [natural] gas industry in South Africa<br />
&#039;Natural Gas Pure Energy&#039;<br />
<br />
TQM Associates<br />
Owner &amp; MD<br />
Process &amp; System...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/3rd-natural-gas-conference-2010.224/" class="internalLink">3rd Natural Gas Conference 2010</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>NQF 2 &amp; 3 Learnership - training material</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 09:06:05 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/nqf-2-3-learnership-training-material.223/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/nqf-2-3-learnership-training-material.223/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>NQF 2 &amp; 3 Learnership - training material</b><br />
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The development of training material for levels 2 &amp; 3 is in progress and under review. It is envisaged that all related material should be completed by June 2010 for final review prior to availibility to training providers and going to market.<br />
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The finalisation of these qualifications is a milestone for industry. In the pipeline, via the Chieta, is the development of NQF 4 unit standards.<br />
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Keep you informed<br />
<br />
South African Pipeline Gas...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/nqf-2-3-learnership-training-material.223/" class="internalLink">NQF 2 &amp; 3 Learnership - training material</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>What developments are currently in progress, regarding SABS standards?</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:59:13 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/what-developments-are-currently-in-progress-regarding-sabs-standards.221/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Sapga asked&quot; What developments are currently in progress, near completion or scheduled for development regarding news SABS standards, regulations etc.&quot;<br />
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This is of interest to me. Can anyone answer? Thanks Administrator.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Compliance to Regulations â€“ 2010 and Beyond</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:52:42 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/compliance-to-regulations-%C3%A2%E2%82%AC%E2%80%9C-2010-and-beyond.220/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Compliance to Regulations – 2010 and Beyond<br />
Let&#039;s initiate this thread by asking a few questions:<br />
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1.	Should industry allow non registered persons to continue working? Should they be reported to the highest authority being the Dept of Labour if they contravene regulations/standards? <br />
2.	Should work of sub standard quality be accepted by industry and society? <br />
3.	Should gray imports and/or equipment of poor quality be allowed into country? <br />
4. Should...and the list goes on and on?<br />
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What is...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/compliance-to-regulations-%C3%A2%E2%82%AC%E2%80%9C-2010-and-beyond.220/" class="internalLink">Compliance to Regulations â€“ 2010 and Beyond</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Should "bad practices" be eliminated?</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:50:03 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/should-bad-practices-be-eliminated.218/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/should-bad-practices-be-eliminated.218/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[&quot;Why allow your industry to be tarnished with work of sub standard quality, non registered practices, poor health and environmental conditions. Eliminate bad practices?&quot;<br />
<br />
My question to the gas industry would be:<br />
<br />
&quot;How is this regulated and enforced? Is it all up to government or is everyone responsible?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>2nd Natural Gas Conference: 8 &amp; 9 Sep 09</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:45:45 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/2nd-natural-gas-conference-8-9-sep-09.217/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/2nd-natural-gas-conference-8-9-sep-09.217/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>2nd Natural Gas Conference: 8 &amp; 9 Sep 09</b><br />
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The Organising Committee, comprised of industry members, has been set up and the &quot;kick off&quot; meeting was held culminating in the following aspects so far:<br />
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1. Overall guideline for the Organising Committee is (in the current downturn economy):<br />
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<b>â€˜Make the conference affordable to allâ€™</b><br />
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2. Theme of the conference:<br />
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&#039;<b>An alternative Thermal Energy Source â€“ Natural Gas, Our Future Legacy&#039;</b><br />
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3. Need to differentiate...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/2nd-natural-gas-conference-8-9-sep-09.217/" class="internalLink">2nd Natural Gas Conference: 8 &amp; 9 Sep 09</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Thermo Processing: SANS329</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:34:14 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/thermo-processing-sans329.216/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>Thermo Processing: SANS329 Par 5.233.2 refers</b><br />
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How would you know what is the incorrect air/gas ratio that will cause a unsafe condition?<br />
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A UV scanner will always see a flame even if it is out of ratio so how will the safeguard system see if the ratio is out ?<br />
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If a flame rod is used it will trip the system on rich flame but not a UV<br />
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(Posted on behalf of an association member)<br />
Last edited by Sapga; 07-04-09 at 08:18 AM.<br />
South African Pipeline Gas Association (SAPGA)...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/thermo-processing-sans329.216/" class="internalLink">Thermo Processing: SANS329</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>How do you view compliant vs. non compliant businesses?</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:28:15 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/how-do-you-view-compliant-vs-non-compliant-businesses.215/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/how-do-you-view-compliant-vs-non-compliant-businesses.215/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[&quot;How do you view compliant vs. non compliant businesses? Should there be differentiation in the market place? Compliant business spend thousand of rands on making their product and work place safe.&quot;<br />
<br />
What makes a business &quot;compliant&quot; or &quot;non-compliant&quot; with regards to Gas?]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
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      <title>Where can I find an authorised/registered Gas Practitioner to install a gas system?</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:24:07 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/where-can-i-find-an-authorised-registered-gas-practitioner-to-install-a-gas-system.214/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/where-can-i-find-an-authorised-registered-gas-practitioner-to-install-a-gas-system.214/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[&quot;Where can I find an authorised/registered Gas Practitioner to install a gas system and equipment in my house or factory?&quot;<br />
<br />
This to me is an interesting question too, anyone know the answer?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>What do you want to discuss in this forum?</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:21:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/what-do-you-want-to-discuss-in-this-forum.212/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/what-do-you-want-to-discuss-in-this-forum.212/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[To all Gas Stakeholders/Members of the Gas Sector Forum<br />
<br />
Let&#039;s at least start the forum with some open ended statements to get the ball rolling. Create your own topics and threads - the more we discuss, view, review, analyse and challenge the better for all of us. Use this forum to ask questions you always wanted to ask. We have invited many stakeholders in the natural gas industry to join this forum and we are confident it will grow with time. Ask a question and surprise yourself. So what...<br />
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<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/what-do-you-want-to-discuss-in-this-forum.212/" class="internalLink">What do you want to discuss in this forum?</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>3rd Natural Gas Conference 2010</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:19:32 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/3rd-natural-gas-conference-2010.211/</link>
      <guid>http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/3rd-natural-gas-conference-2010.211/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jason Joubert)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jason Joubert</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>3rd Natural Gas Conference 2010</b><br />
Date: 7 &amp; 8 September 2010<br />
Venue: TBA (Pretoria or Johannesburg)<br />
<br />
<b>Diarise now!</b><br />
<br />
Will keep you informed on progress<br />
<br />
Regards<br />
South African Pipeline Gas Association (SAPGA)<br />
Chairman<br />
Mail: <a href="mailto:info@sapga.co.za">info@sapga.co.za</a><br />
Web: <a href="http://www.sapga.co.za" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">http://www.sapga.co.za</a><br />
Promoting the safe and efficient use of hydrocarbon gas within the pipeline [natural] gas industry in South Africa<br />
&#039;Natural Gas Pure Energy&#039;<br />
<br />
TQM Associates<br />
Owner &amp; MD<br />
Process...<br />
<br />
<a href="http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/3rd-natural-gas-conference-2010.211/" class="internalLink">3rd Natural Gas Conference 2010</a>]]></content:encoded>
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