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GAS LEAK: What to do if you smell gas in your home

Posted on by Kofi Tutu

Knowing what to do in an emergency could save lives. Whether you’re at home or out, there are some essential things to do if you suspect a gas leak.

  1. If you’re at home, and you can do it safely, turn off your gas supply. The gas mains tap should be beside your gas meter. Move the handle a quarter turn until it’s at 90 degrees from the pipe to shut off the gas supply.
  2. Do not switch lights or household appliances on or off
  3. ensure all people and pets are evacuated from the house immediately
  4. Open doors and windows for ventilation
  5. Never use lighters, candles, matches, or other sources of ignition
  6. Do not try to search for the source of the leak or try to repair it by yourself.
  7. Do not make the call from within the house, as this action may ignite the gas

Don’t deny your friends this information.

Source: The Security Guy

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EMERGENCY VEHICLES: What to Do When an Emergency Vehicle Approaches

Posted on by Kofi Tutu

Emergency personnel risk their lives every day to help us in our time of need. Sometimes they face risk just getting there. When you’re driving and you see emergency vehicles with their lights and sirens on, time is of the essence – move over quickly and carefully. When an emergency vehicle is approaching:

  1. Pull over to the edge of the roadway, clear of intersections, and stop.
  2. Remain there until the emergency vehicle has passed. Watch for others. There may be several other emergency vehicles.
  3. Keep a foot on the brake so the brake lights let emergency vehicle drivers know you have stopped.
  4. Stay at least 500 feet behind any moving emergency vehicle displaying flashing warning lights and sounding a siren.
  5. Never race after an emergency vehicle to get through a traffic light.
  6. Never pass a moving emergency vehicle displaying flashing lights unless directed to do so by a police officer or emergency personnel.

By following this few simple rules, you can help emergency workers get to the scene faster and safer.

Source: The Security Guy