G60 Cylinder Storage and Transportation 3

Question 1

Cylinders stored in outdoor locations should be kept away from which type of drain or opening?

Accepted Answer

Storm drains and floor drains

Answer

Roof drains

Answer

Garden drainage channels

Answer

Roof downspouts

Question 2

What should an operator do if a cylinder valve cannot be closed due to a malfunction?

Accepted Answer

Contact the cylinder supplier and evacuate the area if necessary

Answer

Pour water on the valve to cool it

Answer

Use pliers to force the valve shut

Answer

Leave the cylinder in place and continue working

Question 3

Cylinder storage areas must be conspicuously posted with which type of warning sign?

Accepted Answer

'No Smoking — Flammable Gas' warning signs

Answer

'Authorized Personnel Only' signs only

Answer

'Hard Hat Required' signs

Answer

'Eye Protection Required' signs

Question 4

What is the purpose of storing fuel gas and oxygen cylinders separately (or with a barrier)?

Accepted Answer

To reduce the risk of fire or explosion if either cylinder leaks

Answer

To make inventory counting easier

Answer

To prevent simultaneous use of both gases

Answer

To comply with color-coding requirements only

Question 5

Cylinders with leaking valves that cannot be stopped must be handled by:

Accepted Answer

Returning them to an outdoor area and contacting the supplier

Answer

Sealing with electrical tape and continuing use

Answer

Submerging in water to stop the leak

Answer

Tightening the valve with a wrench as hard as possible

Question 6

How frequently must cylinders be inspected visually before use?

Accepted Answer

Before each use

Answer

Once per month

Answer

Once per year during recertification only

Answer

Every six months

Question 7

What does a bulge, dent, or deep corrosion on a cylinder body indicate?

Accepted Answer

The cylinder is damaged and must be taken out of service

Answer

Normal wear that does not affect performance

Answer

The cylinder needs a refill soon

Answer

The cylinder requires additional pressure testing before use