A Simple Guide to Cooking Gas Safety
Five quick checks that keep your kitchen safe — and exactly what to do if you ever smell gas.
Tunde BelloField Engineer · June 25, 2026
Gas is completely safe when it's handled well — and the habits that keep it that way take about two minutes. Here's the routine I run through on every install, simplified for home use.
Five checks that take two minutes
Keep your cylinder upright and in a ventilated spot, never in a sealed cupboard. Check the hose for cracks or stiffness and replace it if it looks tired. Make sure the regulator clicks on firmly with no hiss.
Never hunt for a leak with a flame or a lighter. Brush a little soapy water over the connections instead and watch for bubbles — that's your leak detector, and it costs nothing.
If you ever smell gas
Turn off the supply at the cylinder. Open windows and doors to ventilate. Do not switch anything electrical on or off — not a light, not a fan — because a spark is the one thing you're avoiding. Then step outside and let the room clear.
When in doubt, ventilate and step out. Hardware can be replaced; getting the basics right is what keeps everyone safe.
BuyGas hardware is SON-certified and tested for exactly these everyday realities, but good habits are still your first line of defence.