Gas
leak Emergency Evacuation Plan
A
strong odor-ant (such as ethyl mercaptan) is deliberately added to
the otherwise colorless and odorless natural gas so that leaks can be
easily detected by smell before an explosion occurs.
NATURAL
GAS EMERGENCY
Situations
where all of the following conditions are present:
The
natural gas odor is persistent, i.e., continues to be detected via
sense of smell.
If
you smell gas and suspect a leak:
- Cease all operations immediately and do not operate any electrical devices (phones, electrical switches, electrical machines etc.).
2.
IF
smell is strong leave the
area and call 911.
3.
DO
NOT CALL FROM AFFECTED AREA, OR TURN ELECTRIC SWITCHES ON OR OFF,
phones or any other electrical equipment can create a source of
ignition with enough energy to ignite fumes.
4.
If gas smell is on the inside and windows can be easily opened, open
to ventilate the area.
5.
Evacuate
the
building by the nearest exit. Notify other building occupants in the
affected area to do so as well. If any person for whatever reason
cannot safely evacuate the building, assist them to an area of refuge
such as a stairwell away from the emergency area. Alert emergency
response personnel of their location.
6.
Once outside, move away from the building at least 200 feet to the
evacuation area, keep driveways and sidewalks clear for emergency
crews.
7.
Do
not return to an evacuated building unless
authorized to do so by emergency personnel.
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