In the event of a propane emergency, you should?

• A. Always place personal safety first
• B. Call the supplier
• C. Try to rescue occupants
• D. Turn off appliances immediately

Answer: (A)

In a propane emergency, your first priority is personal safety. Gas leaks can ignite and form invisible, heavier-than-air pockets, so the immediate goal is to get away from the leak and move to a safe location with fresh air. From there, alert others and contact the propane supplier, and call emergency services if the situation warrants it. Once you’re safe, you can follow professional guidance to help and secure the area.

Rescuing occupants or re-entering the area to shut off equipment can put you at serious risk, so those actions aren’t the best initial move. Shutting off the gas at the source is a prudent step only if you can do it safely from a safe distance; it should not replace getting yourself out of danger. Turning off appliances right away isn’t the top priority because it may not stop the leak and could require you to approach the danger zone.