Meter shutoff valves have “open” and “closed” positions.

With all quarter-turn shutoff valves, the valve is open when the valve lug is in line with the gas pipe, and the valve is closed when the lug is crosswise to the pipe. Usually, moving the valve a quarter-turn to the right closes the valve.

You must follow three critical and essential rules for meter shutoff valves under all circumstances:

• Close the valve only if you have been advised by Rhode Island Energy and trained to do so.
• Always inform utility personnel if the valve has been closed.
• If you shut off a gas service meter, leave it off. Only Rhode Island Energy personnel can turn the gas back on.