Gas Cylinder Safety Guidelines

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
Major Leaks	21
Accidents Involving Personnel Injury	21
Fire and Fire-Related Emergencies	22
Appendix I. Definitions	23
Appendix III. Cylinder Types	28
Cylinder Comparison Chart	30
Appendix IV. Valve Types	31
Non-discrimination Statement	32

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