Gas safety
Store LPG cylinders upright and away from drains
Keep LPG cylinders upright, stable, ventilated and away from drains and heat. Ask the supplier about relocation instead of improvising a new storage arrangement.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-20
Why it matters
Leaked LPG can collect in low spaces and drains; a cylinder must stay in its intended upright position.
Wrong action
Laying a cylinder down in a low cupboard to save space.
Correct action
Keep LPG cylinders upright, stable, ventilated and away from drains and heat.
What to do
- Confirm the supplier-approved storage position before placing a cylinder.
- Keep LPG cylinders upright, stable, ventilated and away from drains and heat.
- Ask the supplier about relocation instead of improvising a new storage arrangement.
If something happens
For serious injury, unconsciousness or difficulty breathing, keep yourself safe, call 999 and follow the operator.
Sources and review
- Electrical and Mechanical Services Department — EMSD: LPG cylinder safety
Last reviewed: 2026-09-20
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