East Devon District Council and contractor Liberty to host Gas Safety Week event in Honiton

Property services business Liberty has pledged its support for Gas Safety Week (9-15 September 2024) and will be working in partnership with East Devon District Council to raise awareness about the importance of gas safety in Honiton.

Liberty and East Devon District Council will be delivering a presentation to residents on the importance of gas safety and answer any questions they have at the council’s gas safety fair on Friday 13th September from 10am – 12pm at Dunning Court in Honiton.

Gas Safety Week is here to remind the public how to stay gas-safe, and this year Liberty is working with more than 60 clients across England and Wales to share top tips to help people keep safe.

Poorly maintained boilers, ovens, gas fires and other gas appliances can cause gas leaks, fires, explosions, and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.

By taking care of your gas appliances properly and spotting the warning signs of an unsafe appliance you are taking care of your home and your loved ones.

Follow these simple steps to keep you and your family safe:

Check for warning signs that could indicate your gas appliances are not working correctly. Signs may include lazy yellow /orange flames instead of crisp blue ones, black marks on or around the appliance, a pilot light that keeps going out, or too much condensation in the room.
Avoid blocking vents during cold spells. Vents are there to ensure your gas appliances work safely. Blocking them could prevent this.
Never try to fix a gas appliance yourself. If you suspect there is something wrong with your appliance or it is not working correctly, call a Gas Safe registered engineer. You can find one at GasSafeRegister.co.uk or call 0800 408 5500.
Be aware of the six main symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning – headaches, dizziness, breathlessness, nausea, collapse, and loss of consciousness.
Fit an audible carbon monoxide alarm and make sure your friends and relatives have one too.
Make sure you have your annual safety check. Gas appliances should be safety checked once a year and serviced regularly by a Gas Safe registered engineer. If you rent your home, make sure your landlord arranges this. Set a reminder so you don’t forget at StayGasSafe.co.uk.
Look out for your local community – spread the word about how to stay safe to family, friends and neighbours.
Make sure your engineer is qualified for the type of gas work you need doing by checking both sides of their Gas Safe ID card.

Karen Sloan, Managing Director for Heating and Compliance at Liberty, said: “We take pride in our work to ensure people’s gas appliances are operating safely and efficiently in around a quarter of a million homes across the country.

“Nothing is more important than staying safe in your home - that’s why we are supporting Gas Safety Week. We are here to help share simple tips with everyone in Sidmouth so they can spot faulty gas appliances or signs of carbon monoxide poisoning and take action to stay safe.”

Councillor Dan Ledger, Portfolio Holder Sustainable Homes & Communities, East Devon District Council, said: “Residents’ safety is one of our top priorities, which is why we’re pleased to support Gas Safety Week and partner with Liberty to raise awareness of the importance of regularly checking and maintaining gas appliances. I’d like to encourage as many residents as possible to attend our event in Honiton and use this opportunity to stay informed and stay safe.”

Jonathan Samuel, Chief Executive Officer for Gas Safe Register, said: “This is the fourteenth Gas Safety Week and the theme for 2024 is Checking — Every Check Counts. The week will encourage checking, in many guises, and shine a light on the importance of gas safety in keeping ourselves and our community safe.

“Throughout Gas Safety Week, our partners, stakeholders and Gas Safe Register will share information to help everyone be gas safe, so I am very pleased to have the support of Liberty to help share those messages, such as check the Gas Safe Register to ensure your engineer is registered and qualified.”

Liberty has over 50 years’ experience in heating solutions and compliance services. And their team of skilled professionals is dedicated to providing top-quality solutions that ensure the safety, comfort, and efficiency of heating systems in domestic and commercial environments.

For more information, visit: liberty-group.co.uk/