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Valves are critical components of the gas delivery system. They help regulate and control the flow of natural gas. Misuse of these valves poses a threat to public safety and property. Learn to safeguard against this threat during a gas emergency. |
| To order our FREE safety kit, visit the LG&E, KU and ODP e‑SMARTresponders website. |
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| Proper training is key |
| Notify LG&E, KU and ODP immediately through your dispatcher for any natural gas emergency. |
| You can respond to an indoor gas leak or fire by shutting off the gas at a service meter or an appliance supply line, provided you have the proper valve training. If you have not been trained, do NOT attempt to shut off or restrict the gas supply. Wait for LG&E, KU and ODP personnel to shut off the gas upon their arrival. |
| Only shut off gas at the appliance supply line or the meter |
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If a single gas appliance is involved in the incident, close the appliance gas shutoff valve on the gas piping within 6 feet of the appliance. |
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If the incident requires shutting off all gas to the structure: |
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Locate the gas service meter shutoff valve. |
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The valve is … |
| An individual meter |
Typically found on the piping that comes out of the ground before the meter |
| Groups of gas meters serving multiple units |
A separate valve for each unit’s meter or a master service shutoff valve for the entire structure |
| A master service shutoff valve |
Usually located close to the gas meter assembly, near where the gas pipeline emerges from the ground or comes through a wall |
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Using the proper tool, close the valve with a quarter turn so that it is perpendicular to the pipe. |
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After the gas service shutoff valve has been closed, do NOT reopen it. Only trained LG&E, KU and ODP personnel are permitted to restore gas service. |
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Inform LG&E, KU and ODP personnel of the precise location of any valves you have closed. |
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| NEVER operate valves on gas transmission pipelines or distribution mains |
| Operating these valves could cause dangerous pressure changes in the system. Under no circumstances should you open or close them. Only trained LG&E, KU and ODP personnel should operate these gas valves. |
| Would you like to know more? |
| Additional utility safety tips, case studies, instructional videos, and educational tools can all be found, at no charge to you, on the LG&E, KU and ODP e-smartresponders website. |
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