SAFETY CHECKLIST
To be reviewed each day and after each change of gas bottle to any appliance:
- Have all connection joints been tested with soapy water for gas leakages?
- Is there a suitable fire extinguisher nearby in a visible & accessible position?
- Do you have clear access to the gas cylinder valve to turn the gas supply off in an emergency?
- Are supply hoses from cylinder to appliance in good condition (without kinks or abrasions)?
- Do the hoses pose a trip hazard?
- Do all appliances have a certification badge?
- Are appliances secured against falling or tipping?
- Are appliances clear of combustible/flammable materials (see recommended distances below)?
- Are areas well-ventilated when using gas? (Ensure 2 sides are open to ensure cross breezes).
- Are ring burners secured (or fixed) to a stable, non-combustible base?
Use these clearances as a guide to how far away to keep combustible materials from the roof of the structure (as recommended by the Qld Government)
- BBQs 1350mm clearance above
- Hotplates 1050mm clearance above
- Deep Fryers & solid grill plates 600mm clearance above
- All equipment - keep 250mm clear behind (500mm for plastic & canvas)
Refer to the Qld Government checklist: https://www.resources.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/374505/lpg-safety-checklist.pdf
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
If a gas leak is suspected:
- Turn off the gas cylinder.
- Move people away.
- Do not use ignition sources (such as mobile phones or lighters).
In an emergency - call the Emergency Number on your ID Card and then contact the Subcamp Leader.
