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Cylinder Storage and Transportation Flashcards

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  1. When transporting fuel gas cylinders in a vehicle, what is required regarding ventilation?

    Answer: The vehicle must be adequately ventilated to prevent gas accumulation

    Adequate ventilation is required when transporting cylinders in vehicles to prevent dangerous accumulation of any leaking gas.

  2. Which type of storage area is prohibited for flammable compressed gas cylinders?

    Answer: Basements or below-grade areas

    Flammable gas cylinders must never be stored in basements or below-grade areas because heavier-than-air gases like propane can accumulate and create explosive concentrations.

  3. How should acetylene cylinders always be stored and used?

    Answer: In an upright vertical position

    Acetylene cylinders must always be stored and used upright because they contain acetone liquid solvent; tilting can cause acetone to flow into the regulator and cause equipment damage or fire.

  4. The temperature limit for cylinder storage areas is generally not to exceed:

    Answer: 125°F (52°C)

    Cylinder storage areas should generally not exceed 125°F (52°C) to prevent dangerous pressure increases, though some standards specify 130°F; avoiding excessive heat is the key principle.

  5. When cylinders are not in use, the cylinder valve must be:

    Answer: Closed and the regulator depressurized

    When not in use, cylinder valves must be fully closed and the regulator depressurized to prevent accidental gas release and equipment wear.

  6. What is the proper method for moving a large, heavy compressed gas cylinder short distances?

    Answer: Rolling it on its bottom edge in an upright position

    Large cylinders may be rolled short distances on their bottom edge in an upright position, but they should never be dragged, carried by the valve, or dropped.

  7. Which area is a designated 'no smoking and no open flames' zone as a matter of regulation?

    Answer: Within 10 feet of compressed gas cylinders at all times

    No smoking and no open flames are permitted within 10 feet of compressed gas cylinders at all times to prevent ignition of any leaking gas.