F60 Gas Cylinder Storage and Handling

Question 1

When storing oxygen and fuel gas cylinders without a firewall, what is the minimum required separation distance?

Accepted Answer

20 feet

Answer

10 feet

Answer

15 feet

Answer

25 feet

Question 2

What is the minimum height required for a non-combustible barrier used as an alternative to the 20-foot separation between oxygen and fuel gas cylinders?

Accepted Answer

5 feet

Answer

3 feet

Answer

4 feet

Answer

6 feet

Question 3

How must compressed gas cylinders be positioned when stored or in use?

Accepted Answer

Upright and secured against tipping

Answer

On their side to prevent rolling

Answer

At a 45-degree angle for stability

Answer

Upside down to protect the valve

Question 4

Which protective device must remain on a compressed gas cylinder whenever the regulator is not attached?

Accepted Answer

Valve protection cap

Answer

Pressure relief valve

Answer

Flow control cap

Answer

Dust cover seal

Question 5

How must empty compressed gas cylinders be handled on a job site?

Accepted Answer

Stored separately from full cylinders and marked 'empty'

Answer

Stored together with full cylinders to save space

Answer

Stored in the same rack but on a lower shelf

Answer

Left anywhere on site since they pose no hazard

Question 6

What is the maximum temperature at which compressed gas cylinders should be stored?

Accepted Answer

125°F (52°C)

Answer

75°F (24°C)

Answer

100°F (38°C)

Answer

150°F (66°C)

Question 7

Which method of moving compressed gas cylinders is strictly prohibited?

Accepted Answer

Dragging or sliding the cylinder along the ground

Answer

Using a hand truck or cylinder dolly

Answer

Rolling the cylinder on its bottom rim for short distances

Answer

Tilting the cylinder slightly while using a dolly