Promoting Propane Safety

PROMOTING PROPANE SAFETY PROPANE IS SAFE! ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION: Propane is not a leading cause of fires Propane is not a leading contributor to fires WHAT MAKES PROPANE A SAFE ENERGY SOLUTION? PROPANE YLOWEST tanks are 20% more puncture- flammability rating of resistant than other fuels' tanks alternative fuels PROPANE IGNITES AT 940° F × GASOLINE IGNITES AT 430° F 6 SMART PROPANE SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR HOME KNOW EVACUATE The Smell of Propane The Home if You Suspect a Leak Propane is naturally an odorless gas Don't use electrical outlets/light switches Industry adds distinctive Call fire department rotten egg odor once outside INVEST HAVE In a Leak Detector Furnace Cleaned and Serviced Regularly Available at hardware stores Set up maintenance schedule Install and replace Call between checkups if you batteries as directed suspect damage GET NEVER Propane from Specialized Company Use a Grill or Oven as a Heating Source Can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning Be confident you're getting pure propane Safe handling for refills, tanks Leave premise if you get headache, nausea, or dizziness INFOGRAPHIC rexier Haines PROVIDED BY PROPANE • FINE APPLIANCES HEARTH PRODUCTS GRILLS www.trexlerhaines.net Sources http://www.propanefl.com/safety_tips.htm http://www.usepropane.com/safe-source-of-energy/l http://www.propane101.com/propanestatistics.htm http://www.npga.org/files/public/Facts_About_Propane.pdf ве