G60 Cylinder Storage and Transportation 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The vehicle must be adequately ventilated to prevent gas accumulation

Answer

The vehicle must have an air freshener to mask gas odors

Answer

Cylinders must be transported in an enclosed trunk only

Answer

No ventilation is needed if cylinders are upright

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Basements or below-grade areas

Answer

Outdoor fenced areas

Answer

Dedicated indoor storage rooms with ventilation

Answer

Above-grade storage rooms with fire-rated walls

Question 3

How should acetylene cylinders always be stored and used?

Accepted Answer

In an upright vertical position

Answer

Horizontally to prevent pressure loss

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At a 45-degree angle

Answer

Inverted for better gas flow

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

125°F (52°C)

Answer

75°F (24°C)

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100°F (38°C)

Answer

150°F (66°C)

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Closed and the regulator depressurized

Answer

Left open to check for leaks by smell

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Left at half-open position

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Open with the regulator removed

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Rolling it on its bottom edge in an upright position

Answer

Dragging it along the floor on its bottom edge

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Carrying it between two workers

Answer

Using a rope harness around the valve area

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Within 10 feet of compressed gas cylinders at all times

Answer

Only the area directly adjacent to an active torch

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Only indoor storage rooms

Answer

Only when cylinders are being transported