Gas Safety - LPG Cylinders Treat LPG with RESPECT LPG is flammable. It must be stored away from sources of ignition in a well-ventilated area. LPG is flammable. It must be stored away from sources of ignition in a well-ventilated area. LPG can be detected by a typically unpleasant odour of gas. Abuse of LPG is highly dangerous. Treat LPG with respect – it can become explosive. Safe Storage Store in a well-ventilated place – away from drains/drainage covers. Do not store in a cellar or in a closed area – the gas is heavier than air and will "flow" into low points and collect causing a flammable mixture. Never store the cylinders near to a heat source or in direct sunlight. Connecting Safely Annual Gas Safety check: Business/Commercial applications must be checked and certified annually. Always use a hose designed for use with LPG. The hose should have a maximum length of 2m with clamps at both ends. Hoses should be replaced every 2 years as they deteriorate over time. When in use cylinders must be equipped with pressure regulators designed specifically for either propane or butane, which regulate the pressure, when temperatures change. Use the correct regulator for the type of gas. Always follow the instructions supplied when connecting the pressure regulator to the cylinder and do not open the cylinder valve or regulator tap until the pressure regulator is securely attached. Never smoke while connecting the equipment and do not check for leaks with a flame. Look at the washer of the pressure regulator or valve before connecting each new cylinder. If the rubber looks worn or damaged replace it or contact your supplier. Using LPG Safely Regularly check your hose for signs of damage or cracking. Make sure the cylinder is upright. When the appliance is not in use, turn off the regulator tap. Do not let children handle the cylinders or appliances. It is an offence at Common Law to recklessly supply substances to people of any age, knowing that they are to be used for the purpose of abuse. "Empty" Cylinders Turn off the taps of the connected appliance, then close the cylinder valve or regulator tap. Always return your empty cylinders to your supplier promptly. "Empty" cylinders still contain a small amount of LPG, an LPG and oxygen mixture can be explosive. Gas Leak – What to do? Don’t delay – make that call from a safe location. Gas Leak Indoors If you suspect that a cylinder is faulty, disconnect it from the appliance and place it upright in the open air. Open all doors and windows to ventilate the building. Major Leak or Fire Dial 999 to call the fire service and advise them that the leak or fire involves LPG. If the leak or fire is indoors, get everyone out of the premises. If a fire alarm is installed - activate it. If it is safe to do so, turn off all LPG appliances. Do not switch any lights or electrical equipment on or off, as this may cause a spark. If the leak or fire is outdoors, evacuate people from the area and keep upwind of any leak. Call your gas supplier so that they can come and make safe. BE SAFE!
Posted on: Tue, 09 Jul 2013 15:25:52 +0000
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