Originally Posted by
Sean Bacon
Jerry and guys,
Thanks for the replies, but this opens up another question? "Should I test for gas leaks?" When I started out, I did use a Tiff 8800 and went to a CE class which the long term inspector instructor said that he didn't use one and that it opens inspectors up to liability because there is no way that we can check all the unions and gas lines in a house. What do you think?
No offense intended, Sean, but is it just me, or is it really wrong to NOT do things out of fear of a lawsuit? I'm not saying a class educator didn't say "don't test any gas connections." I can very easily imagine it happening. Unfortunately, not all educators are truly experts, nor are they all interested in improving the profession.
The standards are clear: Some things are concealed; you can't test all things and aren't expected to. However, it seems to me that it makes sense to test exposed fittings for leaks. I have to suspect that you are a lot more likely to get sued for the things you DON'T do then you are for those you do.