Purpose & Objectives

✅ Energy Efficiency: Reduce utility costs by managing seasonal gas usage effectively.
✅ Operational Readiness: Ensure a smooth transition when turning the gas back on before winter.
✅ Comfort & Safety: Maintain a warm and comfortable store environment for customers and employees.
✅ Preventative Maintenance: Regularly inspect heating systems to prevent malfunctions.
✅ Employee Awareness: Train staff to report any issues related to gas and heating systems.

Gas Usage Management Guidelines for Westside Market

🔹 Seasonal Gas Shutdown

• Every year, during the warmer months (April/May to October/November), the local Gas Company will automatically shut off the gas supply to conserve energy and reduce costs.
• Store Management must ensure gas is turned back on before winter by contacting the Gas Company (contact details available in the store’s directory).

🔹 Turning Gas On

• Once gas is restored, Store Management should adjust the thermostat settings to activate the heating system.
• Ensure heaters are set to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.

🔹 Heating System Activation

• Monitor and regulate the heating system to ensure a comfortable temperature for both customers and employees.
• Balance warmth and energy efficiency to optimize gas usage.

🔹 Temperature Regulation

• Conduct routine checks on heating systems and gas appliances after reactivation.
• Ensure all units function properly and safely.

🔹 Maintenance & Safety Check

• Educate staff on reporting malfunctions or necessary adjustments in the heating system.
• Address issues promptly to maintain a safe and comfortable work environment.

🔹 Employee Training

• Train employees on gas management procedures and encourage energy conservation awareness.

Summary

✔️ Gas is turned off during warmer months to reduce energy costs and restored before winter.
✔️ Store Management must contact the Gas Company to reactivate the gas supply.
✔️ Heating systems must be switched on and monitored for efficiency and safety.
✔️ Routine maintenance checks should be performed after gas reactivation.
✔️ Employees should be trained to report issues and ensure smooth operations.