Northumberland Fire and Rescue shares gas safety advice during Gas Safety Week
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is supporting Gas Safety Week by encouraging residents to take simple steps to protect themselves.
Running from September 14 – 20, Gas Safety Week brings together organisations across the UK to raise awareness of gas safety and carbon monoxide poisoning.
This year's theme, Take No Chances, reminds people to act on any concerns about gas appliances and always use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas work.
Throughout the week, Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service will be sharing gas safety and carbon monoxide awareness advice across its communication channels, helping residents stay safe at home.
Head of Prevention at Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service, Helen Visocci, said: "Gas safety is something every household should take seriously. A few simple checks can make a significant difference in preventing fires, gas leaks and carbon monoxide poisoning.
"We're proud to support Gas Safety Week and encourage residents to take no chances when it comes to protecting themselves, their families and their homes."
Rob Denman, Director of Gas Services at Gas Safe Register, said: "Gas Safety Week brings supporters together to share vital safety advice and help protect the public from the risks of unsafe gas work.
"This year’s theme, ‘Take No Chances’, is a clear reminder that small actions, such as booking an annual gas safety check and checking that your gas engineer is registered and qualified to do the work, can make a big difference.
"We’re delighted that Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is supporting the campaign and helping to spread this important message to their community.”
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is reminding residents to arrange an annual gas safety check for gas appliances, always use a Gas Safe registered engineer, and install and regularly test a carbon monoxide alarm.
They are also urging people to learn the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning, including headaches, dizziness, nausea and breathlessness and look out for warning signs of faulty appliances, such as yellow or orange flames and black staining around appliances.
They remind residents never to attempt DIY gas work.