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Storing Gas Cylinders
Gas cylinders are large, heavy and relatively unstable due to the small base-diameter-to-
height ratio. It is important to adhere to a few simple rules when storing your gas cylinders:
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| Store cylinders appropriately |
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- Store cylinders in a well-ventilated covered area, preferably outside
on a level, well-drained surface
- Store cylinders vertically and securely to prevent them from toppling
- Store full and empty cylinders separately, rotating your cylinder stock
holdings so the oldest cylinders are used first
- Segregate cylinders by the properties of the gas (flammable, inert,
oxidant, and so on)
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| The properties of the gas |
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- There are specific requirements for certain products. Storage of cryogenic,
liquefied and heavier-than-air compressed gases should be sited with due
regard to the dangers of the gases’ collecting in low-lying areas such as
drains, basements and ducts
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Never
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| Store LPG cylinders with other gas cylinders |
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- Do not store other products in a cylinder store, particularly flammable materials
such as fuel, oil, paint or corrosive liquids; this may result in a hazardous situation
- Do not store LPG cylinders within three metres of other gas cylinders. The use of
a firewall can help to reduce the distances. For full details, please refer to the LP
Gases Association Code of Practice 7
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