Residential Gas Safety Guidelines & General Advice
Residential Gas Safety
LP Gas is a convenient and popular energy source, enjoyed in homes and as a great portable option. As with all sources of energy, you should take care and use it safely and responsibly.
If you can smell gas:
- Check if the pilot lights on your appliances are switched off
- Check if the burners on your stove are turned off
- To confirm a leak, spray the connections to your gas appliances and equipment with ONLY soapy water
- Your gas cylinder might be close to empty, as the gas at the bottom may smell stronger (even if it isn't leaking)
- If a leak is found or you cannot confirm a leak, contact us immediately for further direction
Safety Tips
Using Gas Cylinders
- Check to make sure valves are tightly turned off when not in use
- Fit a screwed plug into the cylinder outlet when not in use
- Never inhale cylinder contents
- Always store in an upright position
Transporting Gas Cylinders
- Cylinders should be restrained at all times
- Secure cylinders upright for travel
- Carry in the boot if possible
- Only carry up to two cylinders at one time
- Gas cylinders must be transported with a screw plug in the valve
- Keep cylinders away from heat or direct sun
Setting Up Gas Cylinders
- Position upright and securely on a firm, non-combustible base
- Put in a well ventilated area
- Keep away from flames, sparks and heat
- Only connect to approved LP Gas appliances
- Check hoses and fittings are clean and in good condition
Connecting BBQ Gas Cylinders
- Turn appliance controls OFF
- Insert connector into cylinder valve
- Tighten firmly anti-clockwise with spanner or wrench
- Spray soapy water on connections to check for leaks - if bubbles appear, check connections
- Do not use if connections are leaking gas
- Open cylinder valve (usually 1 turn is enough) can make it much faster to turn off if leak develops and appliance should still work normally
