BOATsmart! Base de connaissances du Canada
Module 07 - Emergency Preparedness
Using Fuel-Burning Appliances
Gas fumes, leaking propane and butane are heavier than air and will flow into the lower portions of your boat. These fumes are hard to remove and are highly explosive.
Be sure to follow these safety procedures when using butane and propane:
- Use fuel-burning appliances only in well-ventilated areas
- Secure gas cylinders, portable appliances and heaters so that unexpected movement doesn’t cause a leak
- Always attend to open-flame heating, cooking or refrigeration systems
- Install fuel burning equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions
