Handling of LPG Cylinders

 
Should
  • arrange for a registered gas contractor to check/repair the LPG cylinders or gas appliances once it is found that they do not operate normally;
  • use the pressure regulator provided by the respective gas supply company and protect it from damage;
  • check the service life expiry dates of the pressure regulator of the LPG cylinder and the flexible gas tubing, and arrange for a cylinder LPG distributor to replace the pressure regulator and the flexible gas tubing before they expire;
  • if a gas leak is suspected, switch off the pressure regulator of the LPG cylinder and the gas appliances, extinguish all naked flames and open all windows, and arrange for a registered gas contractor to check/repair the LPG cylinder and the gas appliances;
  • if the gas leak is serious, leave the premises at once, notify their neighbours for evacuation and then dial 999 to call the Fire Services Department.
 
 
Should Not
  • carry out gas installation work related to an LPG cylinder and its fittings by themselves or employ a person who is not a registered gas installer to carry out such work;
  • use the gas appliances when they know/suspect that ventilation is inadequate or there is a gas leak;
  • use the telephone or operate any electrical switches when they suspect a gas leak;
  • accumulate used LPG cylinders or use them for other purposes.
 

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