More About Propane Safety
If You
Suspect
a Leak...
If You Suspect a Leak...
When it comes to gas appliances, safety is a top priority.</b
If you smell
gas in your home,
follow these steps:
1
NO FLAMES OR SPARKS
Immediately put out all smoking materials and other open flames. Do not operate lights, appliances, telephones, or cell phones. Flames or sparks from these sources can trigger an explosion or a fire.
2
LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY
Get everyone out of the building or area where you suspect gas is leaking.
3
SHUT OFF THE GAS
Turn off the main gas supply valve on your propane tank if it is safe to do so. To close the valve, turn it to the right (clockwise).
4
REPORT THE LEAK
From a neighbor’s home or other nearby building away from the gas leak, call Hoven Co-op right away. If you can’t reach Hoven Co-op, call 911 or your local fire department.
5
DO NOT RETURN TO THE BUILDING OR AREA…
until Hoven Co-op, emergency responder, or qualified service technician determines that it is safe to do so.
6
GET YOUR SYSTEM CHECKED
Before you attempt to use any of your propane appliances, Hoven Co-op or a qualified service technician must check your entire system to ensure that it is leak-free.