ECV accessibility when customers need it most
The Challenge
All customers who are supplied by mains gas in UK have an Emergency Control Valve (ECV).
This valve enables customers to isolate their gas supply in the event of an emergency to ensure and maintain their safety.
Approximately 2 million of these customers are restricted physically, which can limit their ability to manually operate their ECV in an emergency, therefore putting themselves and their families at risk.
The Solution
Oxford Gas Products (OGP) have developed a mechanical spring-powered device known as EasyAssist™ which is designed to be fitted to customers current ECV’s or as part of an ECV exchange.
In the event of an emergency, the EasyAssist™ can be quickly triggered by the customer, by pushing the red ‘stop’ button.
The device will then mechanically turn the ECV handle to 90 degrees (which isolates the gas supply), ensuring the safety of the property and its occupants.
There is no physical dexterity or strength required for the operation of the EasyAssist™, making the device perfectly suited for a wide spectrum of customers with differing vulnerability challenges.