Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Natural Gas Usage Safety Tips from IDT Energy
IDT Energy, in addition to supplying consumers with electricity also supplies natural gas. Here are a few useful safety tips when getting the most out of your natural gas.
1. Always install gas appliances in well ventilated areas, and be sure the area remains well ventilated.
2. Keep flammable products such as sprays or oils based items far from gas appliances.
3. Never leave pots cooking on your gas stove top unattended.
4. When lighting your oven check for a gas smell before lighting the match.
5. When using your oven’s grill, leave the door slightly open.
6. If you suspect a gas leak, turn off the gas valve, call your local utility for help, open all your windows and doors, do not light matches or switch on or off any light switches or any other type of switches.