On 8 September 2008, HSE awarded a 10 year contract to the Capita Group Plc to provide a new registration scheme for gas installers from 1 April 2009.
The current scheme has been in place for more than 17 years. During this time the number of domestic gas related fatalities has fallen significantly. However, a review in 2006 involving gas industry stakeholders (including gas installers and their representatives) and consumer groups identified no room for complacency and a strong case for change.

