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Each year 30 people die from the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning and others are seriously injured by explosions caused by faulty gas appliances. This is why it's important to have your home's gas safety checked every year, even if the gas appliances in your home seem to be working perfectly.
If you smell gas:
- Call National Grid (formerly Transco) free on 0800 111 999. Minicom/Textphone is provided for the hearing impaired on 0800 371 787.
- don't strike a match or use naked flames
- put out cigarettes and cigars
- don't use electrical switches
- open doors and windows to let the gas escape
- check to see if the gas tap has been left on, or a gas ring or pilot light has blown out
If you suspect a gas leak, turn off the whole supply at the meter and contact the Gas Emergency Service (National Grid) immediately on freephone 0800 111 999.
Further advice about gas safety is available on the National Grid website.
Know how to spot a problem
Signs of a faulty appliance include:
- yellow or orange flames
- soot or stains around the appliance
- pilot lights that frequently blow out
Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include:
- tiredness
- drowsiness
- headache
- pains in the chest
- Stomach pains
You can contact the Peabody gas team on:
Tel: (020) 7021 4610
Email: gasteamadmin@peabody.org.uk
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