Carbon Monoxide (CO) & Gas Safety
We’re proud to work in partnership with SGN (Scottish Gas Networks) to help ensure individuals living with dementia receive the vital support they need.
Together, we are committed to putting your safety and well-being first.
Do You Have a Gas Cooker?
A locking cooker valve is a free and simple safety device that can help people living with dementia remain safe and independent at home.
What is a Locking Cooker Valve and How Does It Work?
A locking cooker valve is a safety adaptation fitted to the main gas supply that leads to your cooker.
This device offers reassurance to families and carers of those living with dementia, by eliminating the risk of the gas cooker being accidentally turned on or left on.
Once installed:
You will be given a key that locks and unlocks the valve controlling gas flow to the cooker.
The valve is easy to use and removes risk, making home life safer.
SGN can fit the locking cooker valve for free, regardless of your gas supplier.
Having a locking cooker valve helps eliminate risks and saves lives.
Emergency Contact
Smell Gas?
National Gas Emergency Number: 0800 111 999
What is Carbon Monoxide?
Colourless, odourless, tasteless poisonous gas. It is produced by incomplete burning of carbon-based fuels such as gas, oil, wood and coal.
Signs of CO in the home
• Heating appliances showing a yellow or orange flame should always be checked
by a professional
• Staining, sooting or any discolouration on appliances
• Look for increased
condensation
• The pilot light blowing out frequently
Have you got a Carbon Monoxide Alarm?
• There should be a minimum of 1 carbon monoxide alarm in your home
• Easy and simple to set up
• Carbon Monoxide alarms have a maximum 10-year life span
• ADSS can help by issuing you a carbon monoxide alarm
Contact our Home Energy Advisor
If you would like to contact our Home Energy Advisor, Kelly, about staying safe and warm in the home, please complete the form below
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