Can earth electrode be installed next to gas cylinder

[Dan L]

An earth electrode was installed with in 100mm of gas cylinders. Note the cylinder and electrode was installed at same time. Between the gas man and electrician they decided a removable cap over the electode was acceptable, however I don't see how this makes a difference as when you need to test it will need to be removed anyway. ( this is according to owner)

Didn't seem correct to me on some research on if an electrode is alowed in the area as per fig 4.2.

I had mixed views from other inspectors.

I suppose it comes down to if electrode counts as electrical equipment which I think it def does

Then if its classed as a source of ignition which I can not find anything in writing however potentially I feel it could be for example missing neutral fault of the network as and a loose connection could make it spark and less common if seen few fried earth pins after lightning hits a house.

1- can the electrode be installed with in fig 4.2 zone?

[AlecK]

Short answer: No; because Schedule 2 of ESRs changes Clause 4.18

[Dan L]

Thanks