Which of the following would indicate a gas leak and should be addressed as a hazard?

• A. Smell of LPG in the kitchen
• B. Clear, odorless air
• C. Noise from a running faucet
• D. Warm sunlight on a window

Answer: (A)

Detecting a gas leak hinges on recognizing a clear warning sign that gas is escaping and could ignite. LPG is formulated with an odorant so people can detect leaks by smell. If you smell LPG in the kitchen, treat it as a hazard right away: leave the area to fresh air, avoid creating any sparks (no lights, switches, or smoking), and call the gas company or emergency services from outside. If you can do so safely without re-entering the area, you may shut off the gas at the main valve, but don’t put yourself at risk in the process. Other options don’t signal a gas leak: odorless air isn’t indicative of danger, a noise from a faucet points to plumbing, and warm sunlight on a window is unrelated to gas hazards.