Laserfiche WebLink
COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS <br />Required: Know & understand the properties and <br />safety precautions of the gas before using or moving <br />the cylinders. <br />Gas cylinders, equipment and large containers should all <br />be moved by proper methods: appropriate cart, dolly, or <br />hand truck. <br />Must be secured to sturdy structure when stored. <br />Caps used for valve protection must be kept on at all <br />times except when cylinder is in use. <br />Cylinders should be stored in well-ventilated areas away <br />from flames, sparks, electric circuits, or other source of <br />heat or ignition. <br />Full & empty cylinders should be stored separately and <br />identified by signs to prevent confusion <br />Do not attempt to attach or disconnect a regulator <br />unless you are trained to do so. <br />Top 3 OSHA cylinder violations: <br />Unsecured cylinders <br />Cylinders stored without protective caps <br />Non-compactible gases (i.e. hydrogen & oxygen) stored <br />together ffi# <br />9/18/2019 <br />CHEMICAL STORAGE <br />Store the lowest possible amount in your research area. Excess or <br />bulk materials should be stored appropriately away from your <br />active workspace. <br />Flammable materials should be in a flame cabinet <br />Oxidizers away from flammables <br />Acids/Bases should be stored in a rated acid or base cabinet <br />Water reactive materials in a dessicator <br />No research chemicals should EVER be stored on the <br />ground, even temporarily! <br />Organic Peroxides <br />Always store in temperature recommended by manufacturer. <br />ALWAYS mark the container with date received AND date <br />opened. <br />Must be disposed of within one year of receipt, or tested <br />regularly for peroxide formation. <br />11