Winter Safety Quiz

It's important to remove any snow and ice from your meter because:

They cause stress on the meter.

They can cause a gas leak.

They prevent access to the meter's shut-off valve in an emergency.

All of the above.

You’ve got it! Prompt removal of any snow and ice accumulation on your meter is key to natural gas safety in the winter.

Close! But that’s not the only reason.

What should you use to remove snow from the meter?

A broom

A shovel

A feather duster

Correct! Be sure to use a broom or similar tool that won't damage the meter while you're clearing the snow.

Not quite! A shovel could accidentally damage the meter.

So close! While a feather duster won't damage the meter, it won't help you much in clearing the snow.

Be aware of your meter's location before:

Snow plowing your driveway

Removing snow from your rooftop

Removing snow from a nearby sidewalk

All of the above

Correct! Don't block access to your meter when you're clearing away snow. In addition, be careful when working around your meter with a snow plow or shovel to avoid damaging it by accident.

Close! But that’s not the only reason.

Appliance and combustion vents blocked by snow and ice can lead to a build-up of carbon monoxide (CO).

False

True

Correct! Blocked appliance and combustion vents can cause improper operation which could lead to a build-up of carbon monoxide in your home.

Incorrect!

Carbon monoxide detectors should be installed on every level of your home.

True

False

Correct! Test your carbon monoxide and fire alarm detectors monthly to help ensure proper operation.

Incorrect!

To help ensure proper operation and ventilation, a licensed heating contractor should inspect your appliances.

Quarterly

Annually

Every 5 years

Correct! Be sure to have your appliances inspected every year to help ensure proper operation.

So close!

Incorrect!

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