KUCHING: Homeowners are advised to conduct regular safety checks on their gas related appliances including cylinders, piping/hoses, regulators or meters by ensuring there are no signs or corrosion, cracks or damage.
These are among the good practices recommended by Petroleum Sarawak Gas Sdn Bhd (PETROS Gas business) and PETROSNiaga Sdn Bhd (PNiaga LPG business), subsidiaries of Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (PETROS) when using gas appliances in homes and businesses.
“Make sure there is always sufficient ventilation to prevent build-up of explosive mixture. In case of any leaks, secure and locate LPG cylinders away from ignition or heat sources and combustible materials and conduct regular leak checks of the gas systems,” they said in a statement.
“The public should also carry out simple leak checks on their gas systems by diluting some detergent with water in a spray bottle and lightly spraying the solution onto the connection pipes or regulator hoses when the gas systems are turned on.
“Bubbles will appear when there is a leak. If this happens, mark the point of the leak and immediately switch off the gas supply.
“Ventilate the room to disperse any gas and remove any ignition or heat sources,” they advised, adding that the gas systems must not be used until the leaks had been fixed.
“Once the check is completed, carefully wipe off any moisture,” they added.
