Home Natural Gas Safety Inspection
Do you use natural gas safely in your home?
Print this checklist and do this inspection to find out.
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1. Small children play in areas away from the natural gas range and all natural gas appliances. | ||
2. Clutter and flammable objects are stored away from the natural gas water heater and furnace. | ||
3. Laundry is hung on a clothesline or rack to dry, not on gas or water pipes. | ||
4. The flame on your natural gas range is steady and blue. | ||
5. The natural gas oven or gas range is used only for cooking, not to heat the room or dry clothes. | ||
6. Natural gas appliances are installed and serviced by qualified repair people. | ||
7. Carbon monoxide alarms are installed and used per manufacturer's instructions. | ||
8. The chimney flue and all appliance vents are kept clean and in good repair. | ||
9. Papers, clothing, curtains, and flammable liquids are kept away from open flames. | ||
10. There is at least one multipurpose fire extinguisher in your home, preferably in the kitchen. |