DTE Energy is visiting nearby schools to teach kids about staying safe around natural gas.
While students are learning how to stay safe in the classroom, we’re inviting you to take the same quick fun quiz at home!
Q1. Which of the following is one way DTE helps keep customers safe around natural gas?
A. Regularly inspecting gas lines
B. Ignoring small leaks until they become big
C. Asking customers to handle repairs themselves
Correct answer: A. Regularly inspecting gas lines.
DTE invests in safety every day, including:
- Regular inspection and maintenance of gas lines and equipment
- 24/7 monitoring and emergency response
- Upgrading and replacing older infrastructure
Our goal is simple: make it easy for you and your family to use natural gas safely and reliably.
Q2. Before you dig in your yard for a tree, garden, or fence, what’s the step you should never skip?
A. Dig carefully and hope for the best
B. Call MISS DIG 811 before you start
C. Ask a neighbor where the lines are
Correct answer: B. Call MISS DIG 811 before you start.
Calling MISS DIG 811 before you dig helps prevent damage to underground gas lines and keeps you, your family and your neighborhood safe.
Q3. Which of these is the safest choice for your gas meter?
A. Stacking boxes, tools, or snow against it
B. Keeping it clear and easy to reach
C. Hiding it behind furniture or landscaping
Correct answer: B. Keeping it clear and easy to reach.
Your gas meter needs space so it can be read, maintained, and accessed quickly in an emergency. Keep it free of clutter, plants or debris.
Q4. If you smell natural gas (like rotten eggs) in your home, what should you do first?
A. Try to find the leak and fix it yourself
B. Use your phone or light a match to see better
C. Leave the area immediately and call 911 and then DTE from a safe distance
Correct answer: C. Leave the area immediately and call for help.
If you suspect a gas leak:
- Leave the area right away
- Don’t use phones, lights or anything that could spark ignition
- Once you’re at a safe distance, call 911 and then DTE at 800.947.5000 to report the leak. We’re here 24/7, free of charge to respond to emergencies.
Q5. Carbon monoxide (CO) is dangerous because it is:
A. Easy to see and smell
B. Loud but harmless
C. Colorless and odorless
Correct answer: C. Colorless and odorless.
That’s why CO detectors are so important. To help keep your home safe:
- Install CO detectors on every level of your home, especially near sleeping areas
- Test them regularly and replace batteries as recommended
- Know the symptoms of CO poisoning: Breathlessness, dizziness, nausea, headache and even vomiting. It’s important to get out into fresh air and then call for medical assistance, if needed.
Well, did you pass? Knowing these basics now helps keep your family safe today and prepares your kids with the habits they’ll take with them when they move out on their own.
Save this quiz or share it with someone who’s new to homeownership and always visit our webpage for more natural gas safety tips!