Gas Action Notice
If you suspect a GAS leak you should:
Contact “ The NATIONAL GRID ” immediately after
turning off
the appliance and the gas supply at the meter.
* DO NOT
* DO NOT
* DO NOT
* DO NOT
switch on or off any electrical appliances.
smoke
use naked flames
use intercoms or door entry systems – they can cause
sparks
* DO NOT use a phone in the property – it can cause sparks
* DO NOT use mobile phones
* DO NOT flick any electrical switches – they can cause sparks
* DO open windows and doors to allow gas to disperse
* DO turn off gas at meter
* If the smell of gas persists – evacuate the building
The emergency number is
0800 111 999
For deaf or hard of hearing – Minicom/ Text phone – 0800 371 787
NATIONAL GRID will need the following information:
* Full address including postcode
* Name of caller/tenant
* Telephone number
* How long has there been a smell of gas /gas leak?
* Where is the smell /leak coming from?
* Has the gas been turned off at the meter?
* Are there any children or old people in the property?
* Any special visiting/access requirements?
* Inform the Person in Control or Site / Building Manager of the incident
* Inform Building repairs Helpdesk: 0808 144 5368 Mobile: 0161 686
8368