Compressed gas cylinder safety part 1 safety toolbox. Consult the air products safety data sheet sds and safetygrams for safety information on the gases and equipment you will be using. The proper handling, use and care of these cylinders are important to your safety and that of your coworkers. Signage required at compressed gas cylinder storage locations may include any of the following. Compressed gas cylinder safety course required reading for test purposes 1. Compressed gas cylinder safety reminders here at the university, we are as diverse in our activities as the people who perform them. Never use a tool to operate cylinder valves hand operation only. Compressed gas cylinders are a common fixture in research laboratories. Compressed gas cylinders can present a variety of hazards due to their pressure andor content. Compressed gas cylinder safety manual environmental health. This safety handout was developed to assist you in meeting policy, code, and regulations relating to storage of compressed gas cylinders. Close cylinder valves and replace valve protection caps when work is complete and when cylinders are empty or moved.
The compressed gas safety manual was created to ensure the safe use of compressed gases and all associated equipment by depaul university employees and students, and to ensure compliance with applicable osha and industry consensus standards. Special storage, use, and handling precautions are necessary in order to control these hazards. Keep oxygen and flammable gas regulators in proper working order and a wrench in position on the acetylene valve when in use. Are safety relief devices in the valve or on the cylinder free from any indication of tampering. It is the responsibility of any staff, faculty, student or guest. Safety training resources including powerpoints, audio presentations, tool box talks, meetings, handouts, and quizzes, all complete with trainers resources for easy training.
The storage of gas cylinders compressed gas containers is covered by the technical regulations on compressed gases trg 280. The convenience of compressed gas doesnt come without a price though. It is the responsibility of any staff, faculty, student or guest of the university, involved in the use, handling or storage of compressed gas cylinders to abide by the. So we have to know how to transport, store, and use the cylinders safely. Cylinder handling check container for bulges, dents, pits. Whenever practical, the marking shall be located on the shoulder of the cylinder. Personnel that order, use, handle, or store compressed gas cylinders.
Ucla is committed to provide safety guidelines concerning the handling and use of portable compressed gas cylinders. Compressed gas cylinder storage and handling penetration or damage by the compressed gas. Unless secured to a cart, regulator must be removed and cap in place. Storage valve protection caps must be in place when compressed gas. Well discuss the basic gas cylinder safety tips and practices below because momentary lapses in the correct storage and handling of these highpressure tanks can result in disaster for all in any given area. Refer the compressed gas cylinders sds for recommendations pertaining to ppe. Compressed gas training handout safety programs simplified. Industrial gas cylinders are color coded to provide identification at a glance. Compressed gas cylinder storage and handling ucla chemistry. Depending on the particular gas, there is a potential for simultaneous exposure to both mechanical and chemical hazards. Ensure the contents of all compressed gas cylinders are clearly stenciled or stamped on the cylinder. Compressed gas policy and procedure may 2012 4 assure that those department members under facility direction that perform work associated with compressed gas andor compressed air equipment have. Cambridge ma, 029 617 4952060 longwood campus 107 ave.
Compressed gas safety program ohio state university. Compressed gas cylinder safety at the beginning of book 2. The phone number and web site of the cga are located at the end of this sheet in the information. Compressed or liquefied gas cylinders in laboratories1. Hazards associated with compressed gases include oxygen displacement, fires, explosions, and toxic gas exposures, as well as the physical hazards associated with high pressure systems. The compression of the chemicals allows for a large quantity of material to be stored in a relatively small. As such it is imperative to understand safe handling, transportation and use of compressed gas cylinders. We use compressed gases and the cylinders that store them for welding, powering industrial trucks and a variety of less common things. Compressed gas association cga publication p1, safe handling of compressed gases in cylinders. Compressed gas cylinder safety manual, including successfully completing all training requirements set forth therein. Special storage, use, handling and disposal procedures are necessary to ensure the safety of researchers using these chemicals and equipment. What should an operator do when handling propane fuel.
We use compressed gases for a variety of tasks at our facility. Compressed gas cylinder safety free download as powerpoint presentation. Use a cart or other secure means for moving never carry or roll gas cylinders. Five simple steps for compressed gas safety safety. Compressed gas a material that is shipped in a compressed gas cylinder and acts as a gas upon release at normal temperature and pressure or is used or handled as a gas. If a compressed gas cylinder is damaged it must be. Compressed gas cylinders are used in many different industries and settings in the workplace. Physical hazards of compressed gas cylinders pressure weight stability mechanical failure movement. Regulators, cylinders and cylinder valves must be inspected regularly to ensure safe operation. A minimum of 20 feet must be maintained between oxidizers and flammable gases and other combustible materials, such as oil or grease. Cylinders must be kept away from actual hot work area to protect from sparks, slag, etc. It is as important for boc to impart safe working methodologies to customers and suppliers.
A material, or mixture of materials, that 1 is a gas at 68f 20c or less at an absolute pressure of 14. A record of all safety meetings should be kept on file for the duration of each attendees employment and should include. In particular, the 2008 nih drm notes that both carbon dioxide manifold room. Because cylinder contents are under high pressure up to 2,500 pounds per square inch, or psi, there can be physical and chemical hazards involved with the use of compressed gas cylinders. Safety bulletin sb81998 use of oxyfuel gas welding 4. Body colour denotes balance gas or major component. Keep cylinders upright and away from heat, sparks, fire, physical damage, or. Read the whmis label for each of the different cylinders you use. Jan 15, 2019 well discuss the basic gas cylinder safety tips and practices below because momentary lapses in the correct storage and handling of these highpressure tanks can result in disaster for all in any given area. Compressed gas cylinder safety program protect iu indiana. Compressed gas cylinders have the potential to create hazardous working environments. Gas cylinder safety environmental health and safety. Compressed gas cylinder shoulder markings and interpretations 1 page 3.
Compressed gas cylinder safety compressed gases in the lab present chemical and physical hazards. A durable label should be provided that cannot be removed from the compressed gas cylinder. Handling, storage, and use of compressed gas cylinders. Fuel gas and oxygen stored a minimum of 20 feet apart or separated by a 1hour fire wall. Compressed gas cylinder cgc safety osha safety manuals. The compressed gas safety manual was created to ensure the safe use of compressed gases and all associated equipment by depaul university employees and students, and to ensure compliance with.
Compressed gas cylinder safety compressed or liquefied gas cylinders allows for a large quantity of material to be stored in a relatively small space. Gases that may react with each other must be stored. The topics in the body of this document pertain to all compressed gases and. Applicability of compressed gas cylinder standard to workplaces subject to the hazardous waste operations and emergency response standard. Louis pasteur, boston, ma 02115 617 4321720 compressed gas cylinders can pose serious hazards. Moving a compressed gas cylinder from storage to the work area in the same building must be done by using a. The material included in this handout must be read and. The safe way to store cylinders depends on the type of cylinder, its. Safety and health topics compressed gas and equipment. The phone number and web site of the cga are located at the end of this sheet in the information sources section. Compressed gas cylinder safety part 1 safety toolbox talks.
Cylinder handling if cylinder does not have a fixed valve handle, a non. Know and understand the properties, uses, and safety precautions before using any gas or gas mixture. Safety bulletin sb121998 use of regulator pressure gauges 5. Compressed gas association cga occupational safety and health osha administration national fire. A compressed gas is defined by the occupational health and safety administration osha per 29 cfr 1910. Compressed gas association cga occupational safety and health osha administration national fire protection association nfpa oklahoma state university ehs university of texas, san antonio ehs. Compressed gas general introduction compressed gas cylinders can be extremely hazardous when misused or abused. Oxygen depleted atmosphere fire adverse health effects cylinders that are knocked over or dropped can be very dangerous and can cause serious injuries. These guidelines cover compressed and liquefiable gas cylinders as.
Any material or mixture that is a gas at 20c 68f or less at an absolute pressure of 101 kpa 14. Compressed gas cylinder safety at the beginning of book. Remote manual shutdown devices for pyrophoric gas flow should be. Compressed gases and cylinders must be properly stored, transported and used to prevent injury and accidents. Because cylinder contents are under high pressure up. Storage valve protection caps must be in place when compressed gas cylinders are stored.
Whenever practical, the marking shall be located on the shoulder of the cylinder osha standard 29 cfr 1910. The safety meeting topics are intended for use by our insured policyholders and may be disseminated to their employees for loss prevention purposes. Compressed gas safety environment, health and safety. A firewall partition 5 feet high with a halfhour rating can be substituted. Identify controls this is the whmis hazard symbol for compressed gas. Compressed gas training handout safety training videos. A refrigerated liquefied gas having a boiling point colder than 90 c f at 14. If the information is not provided on the sds, contact the supplier for specific information. If compressed gases are accidentally released, they may cause the following. Compressed gas policy and procedure may 2012 4 assure that those department members under facility direction that perform work associated with compressed gas andor compressed air equipment have the appropriate training and understand all aspects of safety associated with this equipment. Osha compressed gas cylinder storage requirements should be followed on your site. Jun 29, 2015 compressed gas cylinders storage, maintenance, handling ppt04301 64 compressed gases can be hazardous because each cylinder contains large amounts of energy and may also have high flammability and toxicity potential think safety.
Cdc niosh publications and products safety checklist. The compression of the chemicals allows for a large quantity of material to be stored in a relatively small space. Hazardous gas a gas that is included in one or more of the following hazard categories. A flame should never come in contact with any part of a compressed gas cylinder. Do all compressed gas cylinders have safety pressure relief valves. Compressed gases represent both physical and potential chemical hazards gas specific. Compressed gas cylinder safety this training was prepared with information provided by. Movement of compressed gas cylinders with regulators installed and special truck requirement.
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