Gas Fire Prevention Tips

I remember one handy tip that I have learned from one gas saver device salesman during a product demonstration presented to my mom, was to always turn off the cooking gas knob first before the stove knob. I was in the fifth grade then, it has been like instinct for me since. For someone who has been doing this for over twenty one years, I consider it one of the basic lessons that I have learned not because I was a nosy little kid but because it was explained why that tip was valuable. I was able to visualize the damages of gas fires or electric fires and if there is anything I have learned, it does help. It gives you reason to put better effort in an otherwise task that is more often than not left for granted.

If in any case that you have smelled a heavy has odor, turn off any flames, open all windows and doors at once. Get everyone inside the house out of the house. Make sure you do not touch a light switch, pick up a telephone or make any electrical connection that could create a spark. I believe these things are common knowledge for most of us, but a good reminder too. There are just some things that we do not really anticipate and not ready for.


The shutoff valve on a gas range or oven is located near the point where the gas line enters-usually under the cook top. If yours is not there, consult your manual or call your dealer. Note that some models has theirs under the broiler drawer.

If there is any instance that you would notice a faint scent of gas, check for a burner flame or a pilot light that has blown out. Do not forget to check the oven as well. If it persists, contact your gas dealer to have your unit checked.

Keep in mind that in ventilating a room, natural gas is lighter than air and collects in the upper part of the room and liquefied petroleum gas sinks to the floor. Written in association with fire safety training suppliers.