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Compressed gases. The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks shall be in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965, which is incorporated by reference as specified in § 1910.6.
Compressed gas and equipment is addressed in specific OSHA standards for general industry, maritime, and construction. This section highlights OSHA standards and documents related to compressed gas and equipment.
Each compressed gas line outside of the source gas cabinet or ventilated enclosure must be labeled: At least every 6 m (20 ft) unless the gas line is shorter than 6 m (20 ft) and the gas line and gas source are in sight; At critical shutoff valves; At wall, floor, or ceiling penetrations; and.
Overview. Hazards associated with compressed gases include oxygen displacement, fires, explosions, and toxic gas exposures, as well as the physical hazards associated with high pressure systems. Special storage, use, and handling precautions are necessary in order to control these hazards.
§ 1910.101 Compressed gases (general requirements). ( a ) Inspection of compressed gas cylinders. Each employer shall determine that compressed gas cylinders under his control are in a safe condition to the extent that this can be determined by visual inspection.
(a) General requirements — (1) Application. This section applies to compressed air receivers, and other equipment used in providing and utilizing compressed air for performing operations such as cleaning, drilling, hoisting, and chipping.
OSHA Standard 1910.101. Compressed gases and cylinders must be properly stored, transported and used to prevent injury and accidents. Industrial gas cylinders are color coded to provide identification "at a glance". Regulators, cylinders and cylinder valves must be inspected regularly to ensure safe operation.
