Compressed Gas Safety Commercial Grade

COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY
FOR EMPLOYEES
Brought to you by:
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101
CORPORATE
SAFETY TRAINING
COURSE OBJECTIVES
WHAT WE WILL COVER DURING THIS TRAINING SESSION:
Discuss Compressed Gas Program Requirements.

Discuss Safety Inspection Requirements.
Discuss The Types of Compressed Gases.
Discuss Properties of Compressed Gases.
Discuss Basic Skills in Hazard Recognition & Control.
Discuss OSHAs Requirements for Gas Safety.
Discuss the Compressed Gas Associations involvement.
Discuss Use, Storage and Maintenance Requirements.
Gas Safety - SLIDE 2 OF 71
BASIS FOR THIS COURSE
WHY THIS TRAINING IS ESSENTIAL TO YOUR SAFETY AT WORK:
Employers are Responsible for Compressed Gas Safety.

Compressed Gases Contain a Variety of Hazards.
Compressed Gases are Maintained Under High Pressure.
Compressed Gases are Extremely Hazardous.
Training Greatly Lessens the Probability of Disaster.
This Training Helps Improve:
Safety.
Morale.
Productivity.
Employee well-being.
COURSE ATTENDEES
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS TRAINING SESSION:

Gas Users.
Safety Committees.
Purchasing Agents.
Department Managers.
First Line Supervisors.
Maintenance Managers.
Shipping and Receiving Employees.
Accident Investigation Team Members.
REGULATORY STANDARD
General Safety
THE GENERAL DUTY CLAUSE:

Purpose: The General Duty Clause Provides Enforcement Action
Where No Specific OSHA Regulations Cover a Particular Hazard.
FEDERAL - 29 CFR 1903.1

EMPLOYERS MUST: Furnish a Place of Employment Free of
Recognized Hazards That Are Causing or Are Likely to Cause Death
or Serious Physical Harm to Employees. Employers Must Comply
With Occupational Safety and Health Standards Promulgated Under
the Williams-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
OSHA ACT OF 1970
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS
29CFR - SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS

1910 - INDUSTRIAL SAFETY
101 - COMPRESSED GASES (GENERAL)
CONSENSUS STANDARDS
COMPRESSED GAS ASSOCIATION

CGA P-1 - SAFE HANDLING OF COMPRESSED GASES
- Over 100 Other CGA Safety Manuals
GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
ALL EMPLOYERS MUST:

Assign Responsibility.
Establish a Written Program.
Conduct Gas Safety Training.
Develop Safe-Use Procedures .
Conduct Work Area Inspections.
Maintain a Safe Work Environment.
Conduct Regular Program Evaluations.
Ensure Proper Storage and Maintenance.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
THE EMPLOYER MUST PROVIDE TRAINING:
Properties of the Gases Being Handled.

Explain Why a Particular Gas is Required.
Conduct Training Prior to Job Assignment.
Precautions to be Taken in Using Cylinders.
Precautions to be Taken in Storing Cylinders.
Precautions to be Taken in Moving Cylinders.
Explain Proper Maintenance and Storage of Gases.
Explain the Potential Hazards Associated with Gases.
Explain the Nature, Extent and Effects of Gas Hazards.
SAFETY TRAINING
RETRAINING REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED WHEN THERE IS A:
New Hazard or Gas.

Program Related Injury.
Change in Job Assignment.
New Hazard Control Methods.
Failure in the Safety Procedures.
Reason to Doubt Employee Proficiency.
TRAINING IS IMPORTANT
A GOOD PROGRAM WILL HELP:
Reduce Injury And Illness Rates.

Acceptance Of High-turnover Jobs.
Workers Feel Better About Their Work.
Reduce Workers Compensation Costs.
Elevate OSHA Compliance To A Higher Level.
PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION REQUIRES:
Dedication.
Personal Interest.
Management Commitment.
Understanding and Support from the Work Force.
NOTE:
UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT FROM THE WORK FORCE
IS ESSENTIAL, WITHOUT IT THE PROGRAM WILL FAIL!
(Continued)
DEVELOPMENT SEQUENCE:
Establish Responsibility.
Conduct Employee Training.
Periodically Review The Program.
Perform Inspections And Maintenance.
Modify Policies And Rules As Appropriate.
Eliminate Hazardous Gases Where Possible.
Establish A Corporate Policy And Develop Rules.
Substitute Nonhazardous Gases Where Possible.
Conduct A Compressed Gas Safety Survey Of The Facility.
Provide Protection Where Hazard Elimination Is Not Possible.
(Continued)
RECOGNITION:
RECOGNITION
EVALUATION
IMPLEMENTATION
CONTROL
(Continued)
RECOGNITION:
Assessment Of Gas Hazards:
Known Jobs/Areas Having Gas Usage.
Jobs/Areas With New Equipment Or Processes.
New Jobs Having Little Or No Statistical Injury Data.
Jobs/Areas Having Had Recent Operational Changes.
(Continued)
EVALUATION:
RECOGNITION
EVALUATION
IMPLEMENTATION
CONTROL
(Continued)
EVALUATION:
Evaluation of Compiled Assessment Data:
Facility Audit Data.
Employee Surveys.
Accident Investigations.
Logs Of Employee Complaints.
Statistical Evidence Of Known/Potential Hazards.
Injury And Illness Data Of Known/Potential Hazards.
(Continued)
IMPLEMENTATION:
RECOGNITION
EVALUATION
IMPLEMENTATION
CONTROL
(Continued)
IMPLEMENTATION:
Implementation of Recommended Improvement Measures:
Written Program.
Training Program.
Employee Involvement.
Supervisor Involvement.
Corrective Action Program.
Job Hazard Analysis Program.
Safety In Purchasing (New Gases, Substitutes Etc.)
(Continued)
CONTROL:
RECOGNITION
EVALUATION
IMPLEMENTATION
CONTROL
(Continued)
CONTROL:
Control of On-Going Program Requirements:
Periodic Facility Audits.
Written Program Reviews.
Employee Feedback Surveys.
Job Hazard Analysis Reviews.
Recurrent Training Programs.
Supervisor Feedback Surveys.
Periodic Statistical Evaluations.
Corrective Action Follow-up Measures.
(Continued)
CONTROL MEASURE CONSIDERATIONS:
Capital Improvement Plan To Eliminated Hazards.

Costs Involved In Purchasing Substitutes Gases.
Length Of Time Necessary For Implementation.
Level Of Urgency In Implementation.
Compatibility With Existing Processes Or Controls.
Anticipated Problems With Employee Use.
(Continued)
PRIORITIZATION CONSIDERATIONS:
Severity Of Injuries As A Result Of Hazards.

Consequences Of An Injury At The Worksite.
Likelihood That The Operation Will Have An Injury.
The Length Of Exposure To The Hazard.
Long-term Effects Of Hazardous Gas Use.
THE SUPERVISORS ROLE
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING REGARDING GAS SAFETY:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Know The Safety Requirements Of The Gases You Use!

Get Involved In The Hazard Assessments.
Obtain Assistance From Your Suppliers.
Obtain Assistance From Experts In The Field Of Gas Safety.
Contact the Compressed Gas Association CGA (703) 412-0900.
Complete The Paperwork To Make Corrective Actions.
Attend The Same Training As Your Workers.
Follow-up On The Actions You Took.
THE SUPERVISORS ROLE

(Continued)
GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Treat All Near-Misses As An Accident.

Get Involved In Any Gas Safety Accident Investigation.
Complete The Paperwork To Make Corrective Actions.
Get Your Workers Involved In Gas Safety Issues.
Never Ridicule Any Injury.
Be Professional - You Could Save A Life Today.
Attend The Same Training As Your Workers.
Follow-up On The Actions You Took.
COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS
COMMON COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS:

Principal Hazards:
Extremely High Pressure.
Toxicity.
Reactivity.
Instability.
Flammability.
Extreme Low Temperature.
Asphyxiation.
Radioactivity.
Hole in a concrete floor that was

made by a cryogenic gas cylinder
that ruptured its bottom and
jetted upward through the ceiling
and into the room above.

(Continued)

When Things Go Wrong Cylinders:
Have Flown Over A Half Mile.

Penetrated Brick Walls.
Can Displace Oxygen In Large Areas.
Can Oxygen-enrich Large Areas.
Can Ricochet Completely Out Of Control.
Can Immediately Freeze Exposed Skin.
Can Explode With Tremendous Force.
Can Be Virtually Unstoppable.
Laboratory Damage Resulting

From A Gas Cylinder Explosion

(Continued)

The Typical Compressed Gas Cylinder:
175 Pounds.
2,000 to 6,000 psi.
Wall Thickness of 1/4 Inch.
57 Inches Tall.
9 Inches In Diameter.
Easily Toppled.
Easily Corroded.
Devastatingly Hazardous.
Faster Than Any Race Car.
This incident happened on 09/29/03. A fitter with

a work van left an E size Oxygen and Acetylene
cylinder on the back seat of a Toyota dual cab
over the weekend. The Acetylene cylinder valve
was not fully closed and a leak occurred. The
ignition may have been caused by either the
internal light circuitry, the automatic door
control, or lighting a cigarette. The fitter was a
smoker and has damage to his ear drums and
facial damage.

(Continued)

Propane Gas Cylinder Explosion At A Foundry In England:
GAS SAFETY RULES
LETS DISCUSS SOME BASIC GAS SAFETY RULES:
ILL GET THE

RUST OFF
OF THIS THING
ONE WAY
OR ANOTHER!
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
The Big Three:

Oxidizers: Must not be used in contact with oils,
greases or other hydrocarbons.
Flammables: Must not be exposed to flames,
sparks or arcs including static electricity, hot
surfaces or oxidizers.
NonFlammables: Must not be allowed to displace
air in confined work spaces so that there is
insufficient oxygen for breathing.
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
FILLING CYLINDERS IS PROHIBITED:

Filling Of Cylinders:
Cylinders May Not Be Filled Except By The Supplier
Of The Cylinder Or With The Suppliers Consent.
Where Filling Is Authorized It Must Be Accomplished
In Strict Accordance With DOT, OSHA And CGA
Regulations.
CYLINDER
FILLING
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION:
Content Identification:
Labels Must Be Understood By All.

Never Assume You Know What It Is!
Labels Must Be Legible At All Times.
Assuming, (With Gases) Gets You Dead!
Labels May Not Be Altered Or Removed.
Nonlegible/Missing Labels Must Be Reported.
Labels May Not Be Bypassed, Ignored, Or
Otherwise Defeated.
NON-FLAMMABLE
GAS
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION:
Label Attachment and Durability:
Labels And Their Means Of Attachment Must Withstand
Their Normal Operating Environment.
Labels May Evoke A False Sense Of Security, And Their
Meaning Needs To Be Understood.
Labels Must Be Securely Attached To Cylinders So That
They Cannot Be Inadvertently Or Accidentally Detached
During Use.
Each Cylinder Must Bear The Proper Label For The Gas
Contained.
If A Cylinder Is Not Labeled, Do Not Use It.
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
CYLINDER PAINTING:
Painting Cylinders:
Cylinders May Not Be Painted.
Painting May Cover Cylinder Defects.
Cylinders Showing Signs Of Corrosion Must Be Removed
From Service And Returned To The Supplier.
Never Rely Solely On The Cylinder Color For Identification.
Always Read The Label Before Use.
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
LEAKING AND DEFECTIVE CYLINDERS:

Leaking and Defective Cylinder:
Never Underestimate The Hazard!
Notify Co-workers Of The Hazard.
Consider Evacuation Of The Area.
Evacuate To Open Air, Up-wind Or Side-wind.
Report The Contents, Location, Situation.
Begin Role Call To Account For Co-workers.
Do Not Return To Work Until All-clear Is Given.
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
SAFE USE OF CYLINDERS:

Cylinder Usage Requirements:
Verify Contents Before Transporting Or Using.
Keep Cylinder Caps On Until Ready To Connect.
Keep Valve Caps On Until Ready To Use.
Never Use As A Door Stop.
Never Underestimate The Hazard.
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
TRANSPORT OF CYLINDERS:
Safe Movement of Cylinders:
Never Handle Roughly.
Never Use Magnetic Lifting Devices.
Never Lift By Valves Or Cylinder Caps.
Never Roll, Drag, Or Slide The Cylinder.
Never Move Without Cylinder Caps Installed.
Always Properly Use A Hand-truck, Fork Truck Etc.
Always Ensure The Valve Cap Is On Before Movement.
Cradles, Ropes, Chains, Or Slings Are Prohibited From
Use Unless Lugs Or Lifting Attachments Are Provided
By The Manufacturer.
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
RESTRAINT OF CYLINDERS:
Cylinder Restraint Rules:
Critical To Safe Use Of Compressed Gases.
Cylinders Must Be Contained In A Suitable Rack Or;
Secured To Other Rigid Structures.
Cylinders Must Be Stored Upright.
Metal Restraints At 1/3 And 2/3 Height Of Cylinder.
Max Of 2 Cylinders Per Set Of Chains.
Cylinder Bench Clamps Are Not Allowed.
Attach Valve Cap When Not In Service.
GAS SAFETY RULES

(Continued)
CYLINDER CHANGE-OUT PROCEDURES:
Cylinder Change-Out Rules And Considerations:

Procedures Are Specific To The Individual Process.
Know The Expected Gas Change-Out Intervals.
Follow Established Procedures For Transport.
Follow Established Procedures For Change-Out.
Notify Affected Personnel In Advance Of Change-Out.
OLD NEW
Use The Buddy System When Changing Gases.
Inspect Replacement Gas Before Leaving Storage.
Review Emergency Procedures Before Beginning.
Perform The Change-Out In One Operation.
Prepare - Know What You Need To Change Gases.
Critical - Tag The Empty Bottle Before Disconnect!
Critical - Know What Happens If The Gas Runs Out!
Critical - Know Your Process And Know Your Gas!
STORAGE RULES
STORAGE RULES FOR COMPRESSED GASES:
STORAGE CONDITIONS VARY GREATLY,

HERE ARE A FEW EXAMPLES OF
COMMON STORAGE REQUIREMENTS.
ASK YOUR LOCAL FIRE INSPECTOR TO
HELP YOU WITH YOUR SPECIFIC TYPES
OF GASES.
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
STORAGE OF CYLINDERS:
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Storage (General):
Name Of Contents.
Storage Precautions.
Use Proper Signage.
Restrained Above Midpoint.
Restrained Near Bottom.
Use Established Procedures.
Know Emergency Procedures.
Display Emergency Contacts.
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Storage Requirements (General):
No Smoking Signs Must Be Posted.
The Name Of The Gas Must Be Posted.
Ensure Cylinder Caps Are Installed.
Specific Hazards Must Be Posted.
Containers Must Be Stored Up Right.
Gases Must Be Stored With Like Gases.
Do Not Co-mingle Full/Empty Containers.
The Oldest Material Must Be Used First.
Stored Only On Stable Surfaces.
Some Gases Must Be Shaded From Sun.
PROPANE
OXYGEN
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Storage Rooms (General):
Restricted Access.
Cannot Exceed 125 F.
Post Appropriate Signage.
Must Be Properly Ventilated.
Separate From Incompatibles.
Isolate From Flammable Materials.
Local Fire Inspectors Must Evaluate.
NFPA Guidelines Must Be Reviewed.
Must Be Dry Temperature Controlled.
Do Not Block Main Access Or Egress.
Protect From Passing/Falling Objects.
Should Be Protected From Tampering.
Subsurface Storage Should Be Avoided.
Should Be Of Fire-resistive Construction.
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Storage Rooms (General): Continued
Cylinders;
- Must Not Impede Emergency Egress.
- Cannot Be Located Near Exits.
- Cannot Be Located Near Stairs.
Must Be Secured To Prevent Toppling.
Securing More Than Two Cylinders
With The Same Restraint Chain Is Not
Recommended!
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Outdoor Storage (General):
Bottoms Must Be Protected From Corrosion.
Must Be Secured To Prevent Toppling.
Must Be Shaded In Extreme Temperatures.
Some Gases Must Always Be Shaded From The Sun.
Should Be Of Fire-resistive Construction.
Should Be Protected From Tampering.
Local Fire Inspectors Should Evaluate.
NFPA Guidelines Should Be Reviewed.
Cylinder Caps Must Be Installed.
Know Your Gases!
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Pre-Storage Inspection Criteria:
INSPECT FOR:
POSSIBLE RESULT:
Dents
Crevice Corrosion
Bulges
ARC/ Torch Burns
Cuts, Gouges or Digs
Corrosion
Pitting
Neck Defects
Valve Ease-Of-Movement
Valve Thread Serviceability
Weakening of cylinder wall

Decrease in wall thickness
Leak or cylinder explosion
Corrosion leading to leak
Leak during operation
NOTE: Reject Any Cylinder Not Meeting Storage Criteria.

STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Pre-Operation Safety Rules:
If Youre Not Trained, Dont Touch It!
Read The Material Safety Data Sheet Before Use.
Ensure An In Use Label Is Present.
Ensure All Labels/Warnings Are Readable.
Place Upright On Stable Dry Surface.
Ensure Cylinder Is Restrained Above Midpoint.
Keep Heat, Flame, & Electrical Sources From Gas.
Use In Accordance With Established Procedures.
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
Post-Operation Safety Rules:
Ensure The Cylinder Cap Is Reinstalled.
Read The Material Safety Data Sheet.
Ensure An Empty Label Is Present.
Close Valve Completely And Cap Cylinder.
Remove From Operation (Established Procedures).
Transport Cylinder Using A Handtruck.
Place In Empty Container Storage Area.
Ensure Empty Label Is Readable.
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
FULL CYLINDERS STORAGE RULES:

Full Cylinder Storage Rules:
Do Not Smoke.
Mark Cylinder With Date Of Storage.
Rotate Oldest Product To Front.
Rotate Oldest Product To Front And Use First.
Inspect Cylinder For Damage Before Storage.
Store With Like Kind Of Gas.
PROPANE
OXYGEN
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
FULL CYLINDERS STORAGE RULES:

Full Cylinder Storage Rules: (Continued)
Ensure All Labels Are Readable.
Ensure Valve Assembly Is Tightly Capped.
Store Upright On Stable Dry Surface.
Keep Electrical Devices Away From Gas.
Keep Combustible Materials Away From Gas.
Keep Heat, And Ignition Sources From Gas.
PROPANE
OXYGEN
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
EMPTY CYLINDERS STORAGE RULES:

Empty Cylinder Storage Rules: (Continued)
Ensure The Cylinder Cap Is Installed.
Do Not Smoke Near ANY Gas.
Ensure The Cylinder Is Empty.
Ensure Valve Assembly Is Closed Tightly.
Ensure Valve Assembly Is Capped Tightly.
Inspect Cylinder For Damage Before Storage.
Store With Like Kind Of Gas Cylinders.
STORAGE RULES
(Continued)
EMPTY CYLINDERS STORAGE RULES:

Empty Cylinder Storage Rules: (Continued)
Ensure All Labels Are Readable.
Ensure The Cylinder Cap Is Installed.
Store Upright On A Stable Dry Surface.
Keep Electrical Devices Away From Gas.
Keep Combustible Materials Away From Gas.
Keep Heat And Flame Away From Gas.
SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES
HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH COMMON GASES:
THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF GASES USED IN

INDUSTRY. HERE ARE A FEW EXAMPLES OF
COMMONLY USED GASES. ASK YOUR SUPPLIER
TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR SPECIFIC TYPES OF
GASES.

(Continued)

Oxygen (Including Oxidizing Gases):
Oxygen And Oxidizers Can Be Deadly.
Cleanliness Is Absolutely Essential!!!
Explosion Results Upon Contact With Hydrocarbons.
Keep Oil, Grease, And Other Hydrocarbons Away (Boom)!
Ensure Process Or System Is Compatible With Oxygen.
Assess Compatibility Of Equipment And Materials.
Separate From Combustible Materials.
Oxygen Can Fuel Enrich Permeable Materials.
Oxygen Enriched Materials Burn Ferociously.

(Continued)

What Is Meant By pH?:
THE pH of ACIDS AND BASES

pH Is The Numerical Measure Of Its Relative Acidity Or
Alkalinity. The Range Is From 0 - 14 With A Neutral Level
Expressed As A pH Of 7.0.
pH ABOVE 7.0 - MORE ALKALINE OR BASIC.
pH BELOW 7.0 - MORE ACIDIC.

(Continued)
What Is Meant By pH Compatibility?:

CHECK FOR COMPATIBILITY!

(Continued)
Acid & Alkaline Gases:

Avoid Contact With All Bodily Routes Of Entry.
Wear Goggles And Suitable Skin Protection.
Consider Effects On The Respiratory Tract.
Long Sleeves And Trousers Are Mandatory.
Open Toed Shoes Or Sneakers Are Prohibited.
Gas Masks/SCBA Must Be Immediately Available.
SCBA Must Be Used When The Concentration Could
Exceed The Rating Of The Gas Mask Canister Or If The
Gas Could Displace Oxygen To Below 19 Percent.

(Continued)

Acid & Alkaline Gases: Continued
Emergency Showers/Eyewashes Must Be Available.
Quantities On-site Must Be Limited.
Ventilation Must Be Adequate In The Work Area.
Common Corrosive And Toxic Gases Include:
- Boron Trichloride
- Bromine Trifluoride
- Chlorine Trifluoride - Hydrogen Fluoride
- Iodine Pentafluoride - Silicon Tetrafluoride

(Continued)
Bhopal, India:
Over 2000 People Died.

Methyl Isocyanate Released.
Occurred In December 1984.
Sara Title Iii Initially Proposed As A Result.
The Union Carbide Facility Was Not Unique.
The Accident Could Have Occurred Anywhere.
Most Were Inhabitants In The Area Of The Plant.
On December 2, 1984, the Union Carbide pesticide plant in
Bhopal, India, leaked poisonous methyl isocyanate gas, killing at
least 15,000 men, women and children. Hundreds of thousands
more received permanent injury.

(Continued)
Highly Toxic Gas Recommendations:
Remember Bhopal India!

Training Is Critical.
Discharges Must Be Neutralized.
Gas Discharges Must Be Scrubbed.
On-site Quantities Must Be Limited.
Suitable Substitutes Should Be Explored.
Storage Is Critical And Must Be Assessed.
The Specific Hazards Must Be Understood.
Threshold Limit Values Must Be Determined.
Ventilation Is Critical And Must Be Assessed.
Local Emergency Responders Must be Consulted.

(Continued)
Highly Toxic Gas Recommendations:
Medical Services Should Be Pre-planned.

Suppliers/Manufacturers Should Be Consulted.
Emergency Responders Should Consulted.
Common Highly Toxic Gases Include:
- Arsine
- Bromine Trifluoride
- Chlorine
- Germane
- Hydrogen Selenide
- Nitric Oxide
- Boron Trichloride
- Bromine Pentafluoride
- Fluorine
- Hydrogen Cyanide
- Hydrogen Sulfide
- Phosgene

(Continued)

Cryogenic Liquefied Gas Recommendations:
Can Cause Extreme Bodily Damage On Contact.
Proper Operation Of Venting Systems Is Essential.
In Liquid Form At Relatively Low Pressures.
Insulated Containers Minimize Evaporation.
Handled In Heavily Insulated Containers.
High Expansion Rate On Vaporization.
Full Body Protection Must Be Utilized.
Extremely Low Temperatures.
Usually Below - 238f (- 150c).

(Continued)

Oxygen
Rate of Expansion
3
1ft
- 238F
875 ft
+65F

(Continued)
Use Only PPE Designed For Cryogenics.

Pain Is Not Immediate.
Tissue Solidifies Over Time.
Blood Circulation Is Arrested.
Serious Skin Burns May Result.
Blood Clots Are Highly Probable.
Skin Highly Vulnerable To Infection.
Flush With Tepid Water.

(Continued)
Inert Gas Recommendations:
Can Displace Oxygen Leading To Asphyxiation.

Oxygen Content Below 19 Percent Is Dangerous.
SCBA Or Airline Systems Must Be Used.
Common Inerting Gases Include:
- Argon
- Helium
- Nitrogen
- Carbon Dioxide
- Neon
- Xenon

(Continued)
General Safety Considerations:
Limit Conversation While Working With Gases.

Dont Be Afraid To Ask People To Wait!
Know That You Could Be Seriously Injured.
Know That No Ever Expected To Get Injured.
Know That None Of Us Immune To Injury.
Know The Safety Procedures Before Starting Work.
Know The Locations Of First Aid Kits.
Know The Emergency Response Procedures.
Avoid Horseplay Don Tolerate It From Others.
Know The Properties And Hazards Of The Gases You Use.
INSPECTION AND CARE OF GASES

General Gas Inspection Considerations:
Develop A Detailed Inspection Policy.
Know The Properties Of Your Gases!
Follow Local Procedures.
Document Each Inspection.
Inspect All Gases Before Issue Or Use.
Tag As Unusable, Damaged Cylinders.
If Something Doesnt Look Right, It Probably Isnt!
Inspect Cylinders Before Each Use (Without Exception).
Separate Damaged Cylinders From Serviceable Cylinders.
Consider The Effects On Gases Stored For Long Periods.
Remove Damaged Cylinders From Service Immediately.
Monitor Your Suppliers Closely!
COMPONENTS OF A SUCCESSFUL PROGRAM
A GOOD COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY PROGRAM WILL HAVE:
1. DETAILED WRITTEN SAFETY PROCEDURES.

2. ANNUAL REVIEW BY A COMPETENT PERSON.
3. AN EXTENSIVE EMPLOYEE TRAINING PROGRAM.
4. PERIODIC REINFORCEMENT OF SAFETY TRAINING.
5. SUFFICIENT DISCIPLINE REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION.
6. PERIODIC FOLLOW-UP TO KEEP THE PROGRAM CURRENT.
THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING

IN THIS TRAINING PROGRAM
Do you have any questions

concerning the course material
we have just covered? Please
contact your course facilitator
at your facility.

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COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY

Brought to you by:

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101

WHAT WE WILL COVER DURING THIS TRAINING SESSION:

Discuss Compressed Gas Program Requirements.

Gas Safety - SLIDE 2 OF 71

BASIS FOR THIS COURSE

WHY THIS TRAINING IS ESSENTIAL TO YOUR SAFETY AT WORK:

Employers are Responsible for Compressed Gas Safety.

Gas Safety - SLIDE 3 OF 71

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS TRAINING SESSION:

Gas Safety - SLIDE 4 OF 71

THE GENERAL DUTY CLAUSE:

FEDERAL - 29 CFR 1903.1

OSHA ACT OF 1970

Gas Safety - SLIDE 5 OF 71

29CFR - SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS

Gas Safety - SLIDE 6 OF 71

COMPRESSED GAS ASSOCIATION

Gas Safety - SLIDE 7 OF 71

GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

ALL EMPLOYERS MUST:

Gas Safety - SLIDE 8 OF 71

THE EMPLOYER MUST PROVIDE TRAINING:

Properties of the Gases Being Handled.

Gas Safety - SLIDE 9 OF 71

REQUIRED WHEN THERE IS A:

New Hazard or Gas.

Gas Safety - SLIDE 10 OF 71

A GOOD PROGRAM WILL HELP:

Reduce Injury And Illness Rates.

Gas Safety - SLIDE 11 OF 71

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION REQUIRES:

Gas Safety - SLIDE 13 OF 71

Gas Safety - SLIDE 15 OF 71

Gas Safety - SLIDE 17 OF 71

Gas Safety - SLIDE 19 OF 71

Gas Safety - SLIDE 21 OF 71

CONTROL MEASURE CONSIDERATIONS:

Capital Improvement Plan To Eliminated Hazards.

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Severity Of Injuries As A Result Of Hazards.

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THE SUPERVISORS ROLE

CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING REGARDING GAS SAFETY:

Know The Safety Requirements Of The Gases You Use!

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THE SUPERVISORS ROLE

GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS:

Treat All Near-Misses As An Accident.

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COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS

COMMON COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS:

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Hole in a concrete floor that was

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS

COMMON COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS:

Have Flown Over A Half Mile.

Laboratory Damage Resulting

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS

COMMON COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS:

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This incident happened on 09/29/03. A fitter with

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS