Safety Tips DO's and DON'Ts

Before we go any further, we would like to come upfront with the issues we feel are most important - specifically, those regarding safety and emergency situations.

DO's

1. Make sure that all the taps on the appliance are turned off before you turn on its isolating valve.
2. Keep the area near the gas appliance and gas connection free of clutter.
3. Clean up after each use. Accumulated grease and spillovers can cause a fire. Besides, this is much easier than facing a major clean up job later.
4. Close the isolating valve when the gas appliances will not be used for long periods, especially if you're going on a holiday.
5. Replace the rubber tubes when needed. Call your CAC Officer if you want to have the tubes checked or replaced if necessary.
6. Carry out the soap suds test if you suspect a gas leak. Dissolve enough soap in water to create bubbles. Apply solution to the hose and/or pipe that leads to your gas appliance using a sponge. observe for bubbles caused by escaping gas.
7. Call your CAC Officer at Hotline 885-2525 or 555-0001 (local 2525) immediately after the soapsud test for further assistance.

DONT's

1. If your cooking stove is placed near a window, never hang a curtain which could blow over the range and create a fire hazard, or which could allow the wind to blow out the flame. Instead, use blinds or other materials that do not blow with the wind.
2. Avoid boil-overs or spill-overs when using your gas stove. These can cause the flame to leap out from the side of your pot.
3. Never put flammable items near the burners as these may cause a fire.
4. In case of leaks, do not operate any electrical switch or appliance.