Product Code: CGC

Running Time: 17 minutes

Language: English

Version: Standard

Compressed gas cylinders present some very specific hazards that can be the source of serious injury. With the average cylinder weighing about 80 pounds, unsafe handling techniques result in thousands of sprains, strains, bruises and broken bones each year.  In addition, various contents of gas cylinders can pose additional hazards: flammable or explosive gases, substances that displace breathable air or create a toxic atmosphere or gases that may be corrosive or toxic to the skin and eyes.

• How to prepare for handling compressed gas cylinders.
• How to safely transport and handle cylinders.
• How to secure a cylinder properly.
• What to do if a leak has been detected.
• How to properly store cylinders.

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