Reporting the problem
When reporting a possible gas situation on University of Bath premises, please provide the following information:
- The location of the problem
- The nature of the problem
- Your name and contact details
All reports should be made to the Security Team on 01225 383999
Safety Action to be Taken
When you think the gas leak is indoors
- Turn off the gas supply if possible, this is usually near the gas meter
- Do not smoke
- Do not use electrical switches
- Do not set off fire alarms
- Do not create any sources of ignition (including use of mobile phones)
- Open windows and doors
- Leave the building and wait outside for a gas engineer to arrive
When you think the gas leak is outdoors
- Close doors and windows next to the external gas cloud
- Keep people and sources of ignition away from the danger area
Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning
There is very little risk of CO poisoning within the University Accommodation. The gas fired heating comes from from a district heating main or single building plant room. Gas appliances are not fitted throughout buildings.
Although carbon monoxide itself is odourless, there may be a report of fumes or similar. An immediate response is critical.
Six main symptoms to look out for
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Breathlessness
- Collapse
- Dizziness
- Loss of consciousness
Action
- Turn off the gas supply and appliances
- Open windows and remove all persons to a well-ventilated place
- Get immediate medical attention (call an ambulance)
- Request a first-aider from Security on University extension 666 for a landline