Gas Emergency Actions Worksheet 1 (use BPEC book)

According to the learning material, what should take priority when encountering gas escapes?

• Completing other work tasks

• Taking action to address the gas escape

• Waiting for further instructions

• Ignoring the situation

Which of the following is NOT a step listed on the Gas Emergency Control notice in the event of a gas escape?

• Shut off the supply at the valve and open windows

• Contact the Gas supplier

• Re-open the Emergency Control immediately

• Do not re-open the Emergency Control until all necessary steps have been taken

Why is it important not to re-open the Emergency Control until all necessary steps have been taken?

• To allow the gas to escape faster

• To prevent any further escape of gas

• To save time on other work

• To avoid contacting the gas supplier

What is the primary purpose of the Gas Emergency Control notice?

• To provide emergency contact information for the gas supplier

• To instruct on the steps to take during a gas emergency

• To advertise gas safety services

• To record the date of gas supply installation

Which of the following is the first priority in gas emergency actions and procedures?

• Safeguard property

• Find and secure escape

• Safeguard life

• Carry out final check

According to the gas emergency actions and procedures, what should you never do under any circumstances?

• Leave the property unsecured

• Place yourself in danger

• Forget to carry out a final check

• Ignore property damage

Why is it important to carry out a final check during a gas emergency response?

• To ensure all procedures are completed and everyone is safe

• To report to your supervisor

• To check the weather conditions

• To turn off all electrical appliances

According to Module 2: Gas Emergency Actions & Procedures, when should evacuation be considered?

• When occupants’ safety is at risk

• When the weather is bad

• When there is a power outage

• When the building is old

Which of the following is a reason to evacuate during a gas emergency?

• Persons are overcome by gas, vapours, or product of combustion

• The building is being renovated

• There is a scheduled fire drill

• The water supply is interrupted

If a gas emergency occurs, what should you consider regarding nearby properties?

• The need to evacuate properties that are adjacent and opposite

• The need to repaint the properties

• The need to install new windows

• The need to increase property taxes