WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

DO

• Open doors and windows to allow fresh air in.
• Turn off the gas at the mains tap, which is usually near the meter. Move the handle a quarter turn until it’s at 90 degrees from the pipe to shut off the gas supply.
• Leave the property.
• Phone the National Gas Emergencies number on 0800 111 999. Only use a mobile phone from outside the property. The number is free and available 24 hours a day.
• Follow the advice given by the emergency advisor.
• Wait outside for a gas engineer to arrive.
• If you are feeling unwell, visit  your GP or hospital immediately. Tell them you may have been exposed to a gas leak or carbon monoxide poisoning.

DON’T

• Smoke, light a match or use any other naked flame.
• Turn any electrical switches on or off.
• Use doorbells, mobile phones or any other electrical switches which could cause a spark.