Gas Cylinder Safety Guidelines

Gas Cylinder Safety Guidelines 4 Table of Contents Directory of Service and Emergency Providers 3 A. Introduction 6 Purpose and Scope 6 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 6 B. Storage 7 Requirements 7 Storage Quantity and Volume 8 C. Handling 9 Requirements 9 D. Training 10 E. General use requirements 11 Gas Cylinder Use 11 Valve and Regulator Use 11 System Construction 12 System Maintenance 12 Labeling 13 Other Requirements 14 F. Specific Hazard Classes 15 Corrosive Gases 15 Cryogenic Liquids and Gases 15 Flammable Gases 16 Fuel, High Pressure and Oxidizing Gases 17 Toxic and Highly Toxic Gases 18 G. Identification and Disposal 19 H. Leaks and Emergencies 20 Pre-Planning 20 Minor Leaks 20