Type of dangerous goods - gas cylinders
Hazards
Including fire, explosion, asphyxiation and valve damage
Gas cylinder markings
Images of the class diamonds relevant to the different gases in gas cylinders
Provision of information
Material safety data sheets (MSDS), risk assessments, training
Storage
Securing cylinders, location of gas stores, ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE)
Safe handling practices
Moving cylinders safety, use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in handling
Housekeeping
General housekeeping information including heat and ignition sources, segregation of incompatible goods
Safety signs
When is signage required, what should be included on the signs
Emergency planning
Manifests, emergency plans, fire fighting measures, notification to Department of Emergency Services
Last updated August 16, 2005