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

Cylinders must not be stored near floor drains or storm drains, as leaked gas can flow into drainage systems and travel to ignition sources far from the storage area.

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

A malfunctioning cylinder valve must be reported to the cylinder supplier immediately, and the area must be evacuated if there is a risk of gas release.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

'No Smoking — Flammable Gas' warning signs

Answer

'No Smoking' and flammable gas warning signs must be posted at cylinder storage areas to alert all personnel to the fire and explosion hazard.

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

Separate storage prevents a scenario where leaking fuel gas and oxygen mix, creating a highly explosive atmosphere that could be ignited by a small spark.

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

A leaking cylinder that cannot be stopped must be moved to an open outdoor area away from ignition sources and the supplier must be notified immediately.

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G60 Cylinder Storage and Transportation 3