Compressed and Liquefied Gas Cylinders

Information regarding storage of compressed and liquefied gases is given in the attached Table

Mishandling compressed gas cylinders – which can have a very high internal pressure– can be disastrous. Dropping, tipping over or exposing a cylinder to heat can cause feebleness or snaps in the cylinder’s covering, which can result in a shrapnel-laden explosion.

Storing

• Secure cylinders upright to the wall with a chain or strap in a proper cylinder cart.
• Containers should be stored with their valves uppermost.
• Cylinders should be stored preferably in the open air on a concrete or load-bearing surface. Flammable liquids, combustible, corrosive, oxidizing materials, toxic materials or compressed gas cylinders should be kept separate from LPG containers in general.
• Store cylinders at least 6 meters from inflammable materials in a dry, ventilated place.
• Keep oxygen cylinders at least 6 meters from fuel gas cylinders

Moving

The majority of incidents and injuries involving gas cylinders occur during handling or transportation. To help prevent incidents when moving cylinders

• Handle cylinders with care and avoid dropping or hitting them against anything.
• Follow proper procedures and use the right equipment, including safety glasses, heavy-duty gloves and protective footwear.
• Ensure safety measures, such as caps or guards, are securely installed.
• Use a cart or hand truck instead of dragging or rolling cylinders.
• Use proper cradles, nets or platforms if using a crane.
• Avoid lifting cylinders by their caps or guards or with magnets or slings, which can damage the valves.