Using Propane at camp is nice, just be safe!
If you are one of the millions of hunting enthusiasts who love to take some of the comforts of home to the great outdoors, make sure to be aware of the safety guidelines for transporting and using propane to power your hunting camp appliances.
Install a Carbon Monoxide Alarm (CO) and Propane Leak Alarm
Without adequate venting and fresh air, propane appliances can rapidly produce dangerous levels of CO. Because CO is an invisible, odorless and tasteless gas there is no way of knowing if a dangerous concentration is imminent without an alarm. Along with a CO alarm, it is a good idea to equip your camp tent with an electronic propane leak alarm.
Store and Transport Propane With Care
Gas cylinders, relief valves and regulating equipment must be located either outside the vehicle, or in a gas compartment tight in the interior. This allows any leaks to flow to the outside air.
You should also keep cylinders out of harm’s way. Use the designated spaces for storage and transportation when traveling to your hunting camp destination. Roof-mounted cylinders are neither safe nor acceptable. Cylinders mounted on the back are also unsafe – unless substantial protection is provided in the event of a rear-end collision.
Use a Certified Technician
Only a certified propane fitter may legally install or remove propane piping, tubing equipment and appliances in any propane equipment.
Refill With Care
When it is time to top off on propane, it is important to shut off all appliance burners, pilot lights, and automatic ignition switches.
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According to the Federal Trade Commission: Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information such as your name, social security number, credit card number or other identifying information, without your permission to commit fraud and other crimes.
Identity thieves may use many methods to gain access to your personal information. These include but are not limited to:
- Stealing records or documents from their place of employment.
- Rummaging through trash.
- Stealing wallets or purses.
- They gain information from you by posing as a legitimate business person or government official.
What are the consequences of identity theft?
- Thieves can go on spending sprees and leave you with the bills.
- They may obtain new credit cards using your name.
- Take auto loans out in your name.
- Produce counterfeit checks using your information.
- File for bankruptcy under your name.
- They may even give your name to the police if arrested.
When released they don’t show up on their court date and a warrant is issued in your name.
What to do if you think your identity has been stolen:
- Contact the fraud department of any one of the three major credit bureaus to place a fraud alert on your file.
- Close the accounts that you know or believe have been tampered with.
- File a police report. Submit a copy to your creditors.
- File your complaint with the FTC.
For more information go to:
www.consumer.gov/idtheft