Category: Boat Diesel & Oil Appliance Certificates

Ensuring the safety and efficiency of oil-fired equipment is a critical responsibility for any vessel owner. At Marine Heating Solutions, we provide professional safety inspections and formal certification for all diesel and oil-burning appliances found on inland and coastal vessels. From pressure-jet boilers and drip-fed heaters to diesel cooking ranges, our technical assessments verify that your equipment operates within safe parameters and meets the specific requirements of marine insurers. We provide specialised engineering support for all diesel and oil-fired appliance certifications.

The Specialist Difference: Efficiency-Led Engineering

Our technical approach focuses on the integrity of the entire heating system. By verifying the condition of fuel delivery lines, exhaust venting, and burner assemblies, we help owners maintain a safe environment while ensuring their equipment remains fully compliant with modern waterway standards.

• Insurance Compliance: We provide the formal documentation required by marine insurers to prove that your diesel appliances are maintained to a professional standard.
• Risk Mitigation: Our inspections are designed to identify potential fuel leaks or combustion issues before they become hazardous, protecting both the vessel and its occupants.
• Efficiency Optimisation: Beyond safety, our technicians ensure your appliances are burning fuel cleanly and efficiently, reducing soot build-up and long-term maintenance costs.

Boat Diesel & Oil Appliance Safety Assessments

Our certification process is tailored to the unique demands of the marine environment. We use advanced diagnostic tools to measure combustion efficiency and detect any potential carbon monoxide risks. To understand the importance of regular system maintenance, you can read our comprehensive guide on how to winterise your boat.

Safety/Regulatory

All oil-fired appliances on the waterways should be installed and maintained in accordance with OFTEC standards and the requirements of the Canal & River Trust (CRT) and the Boat Safety Scheme. Our certified technicians ensure that your installation does not pose a fire risk and that all exhaust systems are correctly routed to prevent harmful fumes from entering the cabin.

As OFTEC registered technicians, we apply the same rigorous safety standards to oil-fired systems as we do to our LPG gas certifications. Our goal is to provide vessel owners with the confidence that their heating systems are secure, efficient, and fully compliant with all governing waterway bodies, including the Canal & River Trust.

Supporting Your Onboard Systems

Safe appliance operation is often linked to other critical services, such as marine electrical services for fuel pump power and boat plumbing services for wet heating circuits. We ensure your diesel certification covers all necessary technical interfaces to keep your boat warm and safe.

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