Template Information
Checklist for compressed gas cylinders per appendix ii
Category: general
Template Questions
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- Are cylinders stored in upright position and immobilized by chains or other means to prevent them from being knocked over? [CGA3.4.4 and 29 CFR 1910.101(b)]
- Note tragic accidents have occurred when a cylinder was knocked over, damaging the cylinder and turni
- Are cylinders stored away from highly flammable substances such as oil, gasoline, or waste? [CGA 3.3.6]
- Note: rusting will damage the cylinder and may cause the valve protection cap to stick.
- Is the storage area permanently posted with the name of the gases stored in the cylinders? [CGA 3.3.2 and 29 CFR 1910.101(b)]
- Note: ordinary soap solution may contain oils that are unsafe when used with oxygen cylinders. Leak d
- Are procedures established for when a compressed gas cylinder leak cannot be remedied by simply tightening the valve? [CGA 3.1.6]
- The procedures should include the following: 1- Attached tag to the cylinder stating it is unservicea
- Are compressed gases only handled by experienced and properly train people?[CGA 3.4.1]