Gas Safety Tips

In Case of Gas Leak

Shut the gas valve at the meter.

Do not turn on or off any switches or appliances.

Do not use a naked flame to detect a gas leak.

Open all windows and doors to ventilate the area.

Call the 24-hour emergency hotline at 1800-752 1800 immediately from a safe distance.

Gas Safety Tips

Install gas appliances in well ventilated areas and maintain adequate ventilation

Keep flammable liquids and combustible materials away from gas appliances.

Do not leave cooking unattended.

Ensure there is no smell of gas before lighting the oven.

Leave the oven door slightly open before using the oven grill.

Only engage City Gas or a licensed Gas Service Worker for any installation or alteration of piped gas.

When carrying out renovation works, please ensure that:

Your renovation contractor does not damage any exposed or concealed gas pipework.
For condominium apartments, a layout plan is first obtained to ascertain the location of the concealed gas pipes, if any, before any work (e.g. drilling, or hacking on the walls) is carried out. Please click here for more information
Any installation or alteration work of gas pipes can only be carried out by City Gas or a Licensed Gas Services Worker (LGSW) engaged by the owner. You can find the list of the LGSW available at the Energy Market Authority’s website.

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