Published: Monday, 14th September 2026
Gas Safety Week takes place from 14–20 September 2026, bringing together organisations, businesses, community groups and Gas Safe registered engineers across the UK to help keep the nation gas safe.
As a supporter of this year’s campaign, the council is taking part by sharing gas safety advice and reminders with residents via social media.
The theme for Gas Safety Week 2026 is Take No Chances. It is a simple but important reminder that if something does not feel right, it should not be ignored. If an appliance needs checking, do not put it off.
Taking the right action can help protect people from serious risks including gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Carbon monoxide is often called the ‘silent killer’ because it cannot be seen, smelt or tasted.
Councillor Rhys Mandry, Portfolio Leader for Housing and Corporate Assets said: “Gas safety is something every household should take seriously, and we want to help tenants feel confident taking simple steps to protect themselves and their loved ones. We’re proud to support Gas Safety Week and its ‘Take No Chances’ theme, because when it comes to gas safety, it is always better to act early, check properly and never ignore a concern.”
Rob Denman, Director of Gas Services at Gas Safe Register, said: “Gas Safety Week brings supporters together to share vital safety advice and help protect the public from the risks of unsafe gas work. This year’s theme, ‘Take No Chances’, is a clear reminder that small actions, such as booking an annual gas safety check and checking that your gas engineer is registered and qualified to do the work, can make a big difference. We’re delighted that Cannock Chase Council is supporting the campaign and helping to spread this important message to their customers and community.”
We’re encouraging all Housing tenants to:
Allow access for your annual gas safety check. All council homes receive a free annual gas safety check arranged by the Council. Tenants must allow access for this appointment to keep their home safe.
Look out for warning signs that could indicate your gas appliances are not working correctly. Signs may include lazy yellow/orange flames instead of crisp blue ones, black marks on or around the appliance, a pilot light that keeps going out, too much condensation in the room, or error messages on the appliance’s control panel. If you spot these signs, stop using the appliance and arrange for an engineer to check it.
Recognise the signs of CO poisoning. Remember the six main symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headaches, dizziness, breathlessness, nausea, collapse, and loss of consciousness.
Regularly test your audible carbon monoxide (CO) alarm. If you purchase an additional alarm to what we provide, check it’s marked to standard EN 50291. Regular testing helps ensure alarms are working and able to alert you to the presence of CO.
Ensure your home’s vents, air bricks and flues are not blocked. Vents, air bricks and flues are there to ensure your gas appliances work safely. Blocking them could prevent this.
Never DIY gas work. Before drilling or hammering, check there is no risk of hitting a gas pipe. Never attempt gas work yourself if you suspect something is wrong with a gas appliance, or it is not working correctly. Always leave it to the experts.