Suspect a Gas Leak at your school? Here's what to do.

Gas leaks can be a big problem. Unattended gas leaks can not only compromise school safety, but also put faculty and students at risk. Whenever there’s a leak, there’s a danger of fire (or even explosion) from the tiniest of ignition sources, including sparks from static electricity that you may not notice. Gas must be shut off to prevent a catastrophic explosion or fire, but most organizations are crippled without their gas supply and need emergency gas leak repair.
Your school community plays a vital role in natural gas safety by knowing the signs of a natural gas leak. An easy way to detect a gas leak is by the distinct, sulfur-like, rotten egg odor that is emitted. This odorant is added to make gas detection easier.  You may also hear hissing, whistling or roaring sounds coming from underground or from a gas appliance. Be aware of dirt spraying into the air, continuous bubbling in a source of standing water, as well as dead or dying vegetation in an otherwise moist area.
Natural gas is a clean and safe solution. However, in order to keep this fossil fuel safe,  proper maintenance of gas lines, valves and regulators is a must. The moment you suspect a gas leak at your school, you should immediately call your gas company or MBS Engineering for an inspection.
What to do when a gas leak is detected:

1. Alert the entire school community and move to an upwind location immediately.
2. Don’t shut the valve off yourself (it could cause a spark).
3. Don’t flip electric switches or unplug anything, even if the light or appliance is on.
4. Don’t use a telephone or a cell phone, as it could be source of ignition.
5. Don’t start any vehicle or smoke anywhere near the vicinity of a gas leak.
   
   

At MBS Engineering, we're available 24/7 to respond to any concern about gas leaks. With our extensive experience, professional field officers and state-of-the-art equipment, we're able to provide the most efficient and reliable gas leak detection possible. All of our trucks are fully outfitted, allowing our teams to work comfortably and efficiently day and night while identifying and repairing emergency gas leaks throughout the state of California. Have questions about gas leaks at your facilities? We are here to help. Call us anytime at (925) 962-5077.