Natural Gas Odour

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Transient odours can occur in the College without any warning regarding the source. The smell of natural gas is an early warning regarding the presence of natural gas. The smell is highly detectable well in advance of reaching a concentration of natural gas that is explosive / flammable. Regardless, it is important to report and investigate any odour of natural gas immediately to mitigate a potentially dangerous release. Natural gas vapours can also present a hazard as a simple irritant or be quite noxious, regardless of the flammability / explosive conditions.

Upon the Discovery of a Natural Gas Odour:

  • CALL the “5000” emergency line and report the location of the odour
  • OPEN any doors / windows to the affected area
  • If you are not in imminent danger, collect personal items such as bags, keys and mobile phone
  • LEAVE the affected area, moving to an unaffected area
  • If the odour persists, go outdoors using the nearest safe exit
  • Await further direction regarding returning to the affected area