Bushfires and gas

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Bushfires and gas

Make these gas safety tips part of your bushfire plan.

Preparing for a bushfire – LPG

Turn LP Gas cylinders off (clockwise) at the valve on top of the cylinder
Leave the LP Gas cylinder where it has been installed
Leave the LP Gas cylinders in an upright position, never lie them down
Ensure LP Gas cylinders are secured to a solid structure and are on a solid base so they will not fall over
Place an LP Gas cylinder attached to a wooden framed barbecue on a solid base
Ensure LP Gas cylinder safety valves face away from combustible building materials to reduce damage caused by over-pressurised cylinders ‘venting’ at the building
Remove gas bottles or cylinders stored indoors or underneath the property

Gas cylinder safety

Do not place LP Gas cylinders inside a house or structure – they may become a hazard to persons fighting the fire
Do not cover LP Gas cylinders with wet material to keep cool as it may dry out and become combustible and heat the cylinder
Heat damaged cylinders should be checked by a gas supplier
Do not transport a gas cylinder that has been subjected to fire or severe heat – ask your LP Gas supplier to collect it

Preparing for a bushfire – Natural gas

Natural gas is now available in many areas that are subject to potential bushfires.
Always turn off the gas supply at the meter if leaving the property or when preparing to defend it.
If the property has been affected by fire, have the installation checked before turning the gas supply back on. Damage to components may not be visible or obvious.

More information

Contact your local LPG supplier

	LPG Australia