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A gas leak in a building has been reported and the supply turned off.

When can the gas be turned back on?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. After about an hour, once the room has aired
  2. B. When the windows are open
  3. C. When a competent person has fixed the leak
  4. D. When the smell has gone
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Time doesn't fix a leak.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. The leak must be fixed first.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says don't restore the gas supply until a competent person has dealt with the leak.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. The leak may still be there.

Explanation

Keep the gas off until a competent person has dealt with the leak.

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