Recognizing Leaks

How do I recognize a leak?

Leaks from pipelines are rare, but you must also know how to identify a leak and what to do in the unlikely event of leak. Your senses of sight, hearing and smell are the best ways to recognize a pipeline leak.

LOOK for

• Discoloured vegetation
• Bubbling in wet or flooded areas
• Flames coming from the ground or an exposed pipeline valve
• A slight mist of ice or frozen area on the pipeline
• Dirt , dust or water being blown or appearing to be thrown in the air
• Too many flies/ insect /Fungus on ROU or equipment

SMELL

• The scent of gas or petroleum

LISTEN

• An unusual hissing or roaring noise coming from a pipeline.
• A "bubbling" sound.

Note:

These signs may not all occur at the same time.
Exposure to high concentration of natural gas liquids can cause eye irritation, coughing, sneezing, and overall respiratory discomfort.

If you suspect a leak, DO’s and Don’t are as below:

Please Do:

• Leave the area immediately
• Walk in upwind direction at right angle and away from the leak source.
• Turn off any machinery and equipment;

Please don’t:

• Touch the metallic parts, breathe or make contact with leaking gas.
• Light a match, start an engine, use a telephone (including a cell phone), turn light switches on/off or do anything that may create a spark.
• Drive into a leak or vapour cloud area.

Immediately call on below mentioned numbers and give your name, phone number and a description of the leak and its location.

SHPPL: 1800-103-4488