Gas Safety

Here at Partners Foundation, safety and wellbeing is our number one priority. Please ensure you are also being diligent and checking for areas that may become a risk.

Keeping your home safe from gas leaks and carbon monoxide requires annual checks, proper ventilation, and knowing what to do in an emergency

Essential Gas Safety Rules

  • Annual Servicing: Have all gas boilers, fires, and appliances serviced every year by a qualified Gas Safe Register engineer.

  • Check Engineer ID: Always ask to see the engineer's Gas Safe ID card and check the back to ensure they are qualified for the specific job.

  • Install a Carbon Monoxide Alarm: Fit an audible carbon monoxide alarm that complies with BS EN 50291 near your gas appliances.

  • Never Block Vents: Keep air vents, chimneys, and flues clear so harmful combustion fumes can escape.

  • No DIY Gas Work: Never attempt to install, repair, or disconnect gas appliances

Warning Signs of Faulty Appliances

  • Flames: A lazy, floppy yellow or orange flame instead of a crisp, steady blue flame.

  • Staining: Black or brown soot marks on or around the appliance.

  • Condensation: Unusually high window condensation in the room where the appliance sits.

  • Pilot Lights: Pilot lights that repeatedly go out.

  • Carbon Monoxide Symptoms: Headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapse, or loss of consciousness

What to Do in a Gas Emergency

If you smell gas or suspect a leak:

  1. Turn off the gas: Shut off the main Emergency Control Valve (ECV) next to your gas meter (unless it is located in a basement).

  2. Ventilate: Open all doors and windows to let fresh air in.

  3. Extinguish flames: Put out naked flames and do not smoke.

  4. Avoid electrical switches: Do not touch light switches or electrical appliances, as a spark could ignite the gas.

  5. Leave the property: Get everyone outside immediately.

  6. Call for help: Phone the free, 24-hour National Gas Emergency Helpline at 0800 111 999 from outside the building