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What to do if you smell gas

	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 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 your propane retailer right away. If you can't reach your propane retailer, call 911 or your local fire department.
	5. DO NOT RETURN TO THE BUILDING OR AREA. Do not return until your propane retailer determines it is safe to do so.
	6. GET YOUR SYSTEM CHECKED. Before you attempt to use any of your propane appliances, your propane retailer or a qualified service technician must check your entire system to ensure that it is leak-free.

If you ever have any questions about safety, please call us at 800-287-1921.

• Propane has a specially added odorant to alert you that it is present. If you ever smell propane in your home, shut off your tank immediately and call your propane provider.
• Know how to shut off your propane tank.
• Do not try to judge if a leak is serious or not. Any leak is serious.
• A propane detector is a great idea, especially in homes where an individual's sense of smell had been compromised (the elderly, smokers, etc.)
• Propane is heavier than air, and thus settles in low-level areas, such as basements. Be aware of this if you do not frequently enter your basement.
• Fuel oil has a very pungent odor. If you smell it, contact your heating fuel provider immediately.
• Visually inspect your heating fuel tank for rust spots or leaks.

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