The natural gas safety reminders below are just a few of the guidelines you should follow when using and working around natural gas. Take a few minutes to review them with your employees as well.

Have all natural gas appliances and equipment professionally inspected at least once a year. This will keep them operating safely - and at peak efficiency as well.
Never stack boxes, papers or other items around the base of a natural gas appliance. The pilot light needs an adequate supply of oxygen to burn properly.
Keep paints, papers, aerosol sprays and other flammables at least 50 feet away from gas equipment.
Make sure vent hoods, pipes and flues are in good condition.
Never hang tools or other items from gas pipes or meters.
Teach employees to work safely around natural gas equipment, making sure to keep long sleeves, towels and potholders away from open flames.
Always have gas appliances installed by the dealer.
Install digital carbon monoxide detectors in all public and working areas.
If you have older natural gas equipment, have a service technician inspect the connectors that link the appliance to the gas valve. Flexible metal connectors, especially those made of uncoated brass, can weaken or crack over time, causing a dangerous leak.
Check pilot lights often - the flame should be at least 80 percent blue. A flame that's mostly yellow isn't burning enough oxygen and needs immediate servicing.

Learn more:

American Gas Association: Natural Gas Safety

National Center for Environmental Health: Carbon Monoxide Safety