BCGA Technical Information Sheets

Technical Information Sheet
TIS No. 8 : 2005

Information for Customers Collecting Gas Cylinders (Flammable, Inert and Oxidising Gases)

 

An open vehicle is recommended for the carriage of al cylinders. This is particularly important for acetylene and LPG cylinders which should be transported and stored upright. If a closed vehicle is used ensure there is adequate ventilation. It is recommended to drive with a window open.

 

Secure the cylinder in the boot/load area and remove the cylinder from the vehicle as soon as the journey is completed. Customers who transport cylinders in vehicles – refer to BCGA leaflet L1.

 

http://www.bcga.co.uk/publications/TISNo8-BCGA-2002.pdf

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Technical Information Sheet
TIS No. 12 : 2005

Handle Gas Cylinders Safely – Information for Customers Handling Gas Cylinders.

 

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common occupational illness in Great Britain; affecting 1.1 million people a year. An estimated 12.3 million working days are lost annually to work-related MSDs.

 

Gas cylinders are generally heavy and are relatively unstable due to the base diameter to height ratio. Large cylinders can weigh over 100kg when full and being tall and thin they are easily toppled over. This TIS has been produced to help users of large gas cylinders to handle them in a safe manner.

http://www.bcga.co.uk/preview/publications/tis12-2005.pdf

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