Using your cylinders safely

While handling cylinders

• No smoking or naked flame near a cylinder usage or storage area.
• Never use oil, grease based products on the cylinder or any accessories.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (glasses, boots, gloves), particular for large cylinders.
• Always have the SDS on hand for reference and follow recommended handling instructions.

During cylinder transportation

• Detach regulators and other accessories from the cylinder
• Secure cylinders against movement
• Use open or well ventilated vehicles or trailers in preference to enclosed ones. Limit the number of cylinders to be transported

Storing your cylinders

• Always display a “NO SMOKING OR OPEN FLAMES” sign
• Storage areas should be kept 3m from heat sources or combustible materials
• Store cylinders away from oils or grease
• Never store flammable gas near oxidising gases
• Never store objects on top of the cylinder
• Always rotate cylinders - first come, first used
• Store gases in well ventilated areas
• If something is wrong with a cylinder
  • Label as “suspect”
  • Put in quarantine
  • Notify ALH immediately