Safe Storage and Handling of Oxygen and Acetylene Cylinders

HAZARD AND EFFECTS ACTIVITY EFFECTS

• Broken nozzle and unsecured cylinder
• Falling release of contents of or rolling the cylinder
• Bodily injury  
• Toxic and inert gases poisoning or asphyxiation
• Fatality respiratory 
• Accumulation of flammable Explosion or fire gases

HANDLING AND STORAGE OF CYLINDERS SAFETY MEASURES

• Use approved cylinders with a valid expiry date 
• Close cylinder valve when not in used. 
• Do not tamper cylinder valve. 
• Before transporting cylinders, always remove gauges and regulators, and install protective valve caps. 
• Do not regulate pressure greater than 100 kPa. 
• Never allow oil or grease on the wall
• Do not place acetylene cylinders in horizontal position 
• Ensure different cylinders are segregated, stored in an upright position and chained separately.
• Store cylinders separately.
• Store cylinders in a dry, well-ventilated location
• Avoid cylinders in the same area as flammable substances.
• Store cylinders away from stairs and walkways. 
• Smoking is prohibited.