29/08/2019
WHAT TO DO WHEN THERE IS GAS LEAK
1. do not make the call from within the house, as this action may ignite the gas
2. Do not switch lights or household appliances on or off
3. ensure all people and pets are evacuated from the house immediately
4. Open doors and windows for ventilation
5. Never use lighters, candles, matches, or other sources of ignition
6. Do not try to search for the source of the leak or try to repair it by yourself.
7. If a mild gas smell is present, turn off the gas pilot light immediately. Open all the windows and call the Police or Fire service from outside the house. They will likely have certified inspectors to assess the situation
HOW TO DETECT GAS LEAK
Small gas leaks at filling stations may not have smell or other physical signs. However, if there is a gas leak in the home, a person may notice
1. the smell of sulfur or rotten eggs
2. a hissing or whistling sound near a gas line
3. a white cloud or dust cloud near a gas line
4. bubbles in water
5. a damaged gas pipe
6. Unexplained dead houseplants
7. Also, gas finishes earlier than normal, as gas will be escaping from gas lines or appliances into the house.
NOTABLE PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS OF GAS LEAK
A reduction in the amount of oxygen in the air causes gas leak symptoms. These can include:
1. breathing difficulties
2. dizziness
3. headaches
4. irritation to the eyes and throat
5. nosebleeds
6. pains in the chest
7. pale skin or blistering, following direct contact with gas
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