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GCat: Ops, Maintenance, Safety
MCat: Safety
Cat: Compressed Gas

Safety materials related to the handling, storage and transportation of compressed gas cylinders, pressure vessels, etc. Pressure hoses.

45 Resources
Air Gun Safety [14363] ?

Guidance on using compressed air safely in the workplace

Cleaning with Compressed Air [8364] ?

Discussion of the hazards of using compressed air for cleaning

Compressed Gas & Equipment [17011] ?

Tips on injury prevention

Compressed Gas Cylinder Guidelines [23316] ?

Necessary safety precautions, personal protective equipment and emergency response procedures

Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety Training Outline [pdf] [3328] ?

Guidelines for moving, storing, and use of compressed gas cylinders

Compressed Gas Cylinder Storage and Handling [3101] ?

Outlines gas cylinder storage and handling safety guidelines

Compressed Gas Cylinders [2243] ?

Principles for the safe storage, use, and transportation of compressed gas cylinders

Compressed Gas Cylinders Policy [pdf] [35166] ?

Handling, storage receipt and use

Compressed Gas Cylinders Safety [3346] ?

Guidelines on how to properly handle compressed gas cylinders

Compressed Gas Cylinders Safety Policy [16551] ?

Provides safety advice related to compressed gases

Compressed Gas Safety [11611] ?

Safety related to the use, storage and transportation of gas cylinders

Compressed Gas Safety [18470] ?

Key points for safe use of toxic compressed gases

Compressed Gas Safety [25409] ?

A safety fact sheet

Compressed Gas Safety Alerts [26524] ?

For industrial gases

Compressed Gas Safety Checklist [pdf] [18894] ?

Checklists for compressed gas safety, hydrogen safety, cylinder inspections

Compressed Gas Safety Guide [22360] ?

Information based on Compressed Gas Association's pamphlet on the topic

Compressed Gas Systems Safety [19417] ?

Section of a safety manual related to gas pressure system safety

Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Liquids [pdf] [26481] ?

Use, handling and storage of compressed gases and cryogenic liquids (pdf)

DOT Guide 15 Container Marking and Labeling for LP-Gas Shipments [pdf] [8112] ?

The regulations apply to shipments of LP gas and other hazardous substances

Floor Maintenance - Propane Safety Awareness Manual [pdf] [3238] ?

Advice for users of propane-fired equipment

Gas Cylinder Safety [16870] ?

Safe operating procedures for gas cylinders

Gas Cylinder Safety [24526] ?

Basic guidelines and rules to help ensure the safe handling and storage of compressed gas cylinders

Gas Cylinder Safety Guidelines [pdf] [28497] ?

Contains information on the proper storage, handling, use and disposal of compressed and liquified gas cylinders

Updated Helium MSDS [11348] ?

Safety precautions

Helium Safety MSDS [pdf] [24158] ?

Hazards from Inhaling Helium From A Balloon

High Pressure Safety Training [11606] ?

Online training tutorial related to high pressure safety

LP-GAs Container Helpful Hints [16380] ?

Basic safety hints for LP-gas containers - safe filling, gas regulators, etc.

Nitrous Oxide Safety [pdf] [24157] ?

Creating an Oxygen-Deficient Atmosphere

OPD Overfill Protection Device [14253] ?

OPD requirements in propane cylinders

OSHA Technical Manual Section IV Chapter 3 Pressure Vessel Guidelines [18820] ?

Guidance to OSHA field staff who conduct onsite inspections

Pressure Vessel Safety [3750] ?

Chapter of a safety manual

Pressurized Cylinder Hazards [pdf] [32033] ?

Potential dangers of a pressurized cylinder

Products Transported in Pipelines [24527] ?

A listing of products that are transported through pipeline and their uses, properties and hazards

Propane BBQ Safety [12257] ?

Safety tips when using propane barbecues

Propane Consumer Info [15550] ?

Propane safety tips for your home, farm, fleet, etc.

Propane Cylinder Overflow Device Requirements [25361] ?

Overfilling-prevention devices (OPDs) are required on all propane cylinders having a capacity of between 4 and 40 pounds

Propane Cylinder Safety Tips [17325] ?

Tips for safe storage and use of propane cylinders

Propane Safety [11424] ?

Tips for safe use and operation of propane-fueled equipment

Propane Safety [25865] ?

About propane, propane tanks, regulators and more

Propane Safety Tips for Your Home [17324] ?

Advice for homeowners who use propane

Propane Tank Fires [16565] ?

Fire Fighting Hazards During Propane Tank Fires

Protecting Your Property From Earthquakes: Propane Tanks and Gas Cylinders [11012] ?

Anchor and Brace Propane Tanks and Gas Cylinders

Toxic and Hazardous Gas Classifications [18471] ?

Chart includes PEL values as established by OSHA and more


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