Locking Cooker Valve
Please be aware that by fitting the following product it will mean the person has no means of cooking hot food.
SGN manages the network that distributes natural and green gas to 5.9 million homes and businesses across Scotland and the south of England. They also provide the gas emergency service in these areas. They understand that vulnerable customers, such as people with Alzheimer’s or autism, need extra safeguarding in place. Statistics show that elderly and people in vulnerable situations are at a much greater risk from gas leaks and fires in their homes. The locking cooker valve helps vulnerable customers retain their independence at home and provides reassurance to family, friends and carers.
The simple safety device is fitted to existing gas cooker pipework. When the valve is locked, the gas supply to the cooker is stopped. This eliminates the risk of the cooker being unintentionally turned on or left on, and gives peace of mind to the carer or relative that the cooker can’t be used when they leave the house or the room. The carer or relative can easily turn the valve on using the key when the cooker is required, enabling the vulnerable person to continue to use their gas cooker safely.
SGN have so far fitted 187 locking cooker valves in homes across Scotland and the south of England. They work with community safeguarding groups including social services, occupational therapists and emergency services to identify customers who could benefit from the safety device. They’ve now partnered with the other UK gas distribution networks to offer this free service nationwide. They provide this free service regardless of your gas supplier. You don’t need to change energy supplier or inform your supplier of the device.
For more information, please visit the website: https://www.sgn.co.uk/LCV/