Friday, November 15, 2024

LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) SAFETY TIPS

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Govan Mbeki Community Awareness and Emergency Response

Things to remember when cooking with a gas stove

  • Ensure proper ventilation
  • Never leave your cooking unattended
  • Close
the
regulator
knob
to
OFF
position
when
the
cylinder
is
not
in
use
  • Do not place flammable or plastic items near the flame
  • Wear clothes that do not catch fire easily
  • Do not place gas cylinders on or near your stove

Storage of gas Cylinders at home

  • Store spare or empty cylinders in a well‑ventilated area
  • Store away from electrical outlets and electrical equipment
  • Store in an area not accessible to children

Govan Mbeki Municipality Emergency Numbers

Fire and Rescue꞉

Dial 112 from Cellphone or 017 200 2686

Traffic Department꞉

Dial 112 from your cellphone or 017 200 2686

Ambulance꞉

Provincial 017 6321202/38 or ER24 084 124, Netcare 082 911

SAPS꞉

Dial 112 from your cellphone or 017 624 2242/3

This safety information is sponsored by SASOL