COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY TRAINING OSHA 29 CFR 1910

FORWARD REGARDING COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY Know the gas you are using, or don’t use

REGULATORY STANDARD THE GENERAL DUTY CLAUSE FEDERAL - 29 CFR 1903. 1 EMPLOYERS MUST:

APPLICABLE REGULATIONS 29 CFR - SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS 1910 - INDUSTRIAL SAFETY &

CONSENSUS STANDARDS COMPRESSED GAS ASSOCIATION CGA P-1 - SAFE HANDLING OF COMPRESSED GASES -

OSHA CIVIL PENALTIES POLICY BEFORE MARCH 1, 1991: VIOLATION NARRATIVE: TEN (10) EMPLOYEES WERE

OSHA CIVIL PENALTIES POLICY (Continued) AS OF MARCH 1, 1991: CHANGES IN PENALTY COMPUTATION:

OSHA CIVIL PENALTIES POLICY (Continued) AS OF MARCH 1, 1991: VIOLATION NARRATIVE: TEN (10)

GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ALL EMPLOYERS MUST: þ Assign Responsibility GAS SAFETY PROGRAM þ Establish

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS THE EMPLOYER MUST PROVIDE TRAINING: þ þ þ þ þ Properties of

RETRAINING REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED WHEN THERE IS A: þ þ þ New Hazard or Gas.

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY þ RECOGNITION ASSESSMENT OF GAS HAZARDS: ü Known jobs/areas having gas usage.

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Continued EVALUATION ü ü ü SAFETY PROGRAM Facility audit data. Employee surveys.

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Continued IMPLEMENTATION: ü ü ü ü Written program. Training program. Employee involvement.

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Continued þ CONTROL: ü Periodic facility audits. SAFETY ü Written program reviews.

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS þ PRINCIPAL HAZARDS: ü ü ü ü Extremely High Pressure. Toxicity.

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS Continued þ WHEN THINGS GO WRONG: ü ü ü ü Have

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS Continued þ THE TYPICAL COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER: ü ü ü ü

BASIC SAFETY RULES I’LL GET THE RUST OFF OF THIS THING ONE WAY OR

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ THE BIG THREE: ü Oxidizers: Must not be used

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ FILLING OF CYLINDERS: ü Cylinders may not be filled

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ CONTENT IDENTIFICATION: ü Never assume you know what it

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ CONTENT IDENTIFICATION: Continued ü Labels and their means of

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ PAINTING CONTAINERS: ü Containers may not be painted. ü

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ LEAKING AND DEFECTIVE CYLINDERS: ü Never underestimate the hazard!

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ CYLINDER USAGE REQUIREMENTS: ü Verify contents before transporting or

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ MOVEMENT OF COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS: ü Never handle roughly.

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ STORAGE REQUIREMENTS (GENERAL): ü ü ü ü ü “No

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ OUTDOOR STORAGE (GENERAL): ü Bottoms must be protected from

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ NAME DANGER þ PRECAUTIONS þ RESTRAINED ABOVE MIDPOINT þ

STORAGE RULES STORAGE VARIES GREATLY, HERE A FEW EXAMPLES OF COMMON STORAGE REQUIREMENTS. ASK

STORAGE RULES Continued USE OLDEST STOCK FIRST! DANGER FULL CYLINDERS NO SMOKING! ACETYLENE DANGER

STORAGE RULES Continued þ FULL CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: ü If you’re not trained don’t

STORAGE RULES Continued þ FULL CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: Continued ü Ensure all labels are

STORAGE RULES Continued þ EMPTY CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: ü If you’re not trained don’t

STORAGE RULES Continued þ EMPTY CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: Continued ü Ensure all labels are

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF GASES USED IN INDUSTRY. HERE A

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ OXYGEN (INCLUDING OXIDIZING GASES): ü ü ü ü

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued THE p. H of ACIDS AND BASES p. H

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued CHECK FOR COMPATIBILITY! LOW p. H ACID © Copyright

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ ACID & ALKALINE GASES: ü ü ü ü

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ ACID & ALKALINE GASES: ü ü Continued Emergency

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ HIGHLY TOXIC GASES: ü ü Continued Medical services

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ CRYOGENIC LIQUEFIED GASES: ü ü ü ü ü

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ CRYOGENIC LIQUEFIED GASES: Continued Oxygen Rate of Expansion

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ CRYOGENIC LIQUEFIED GASES: ü ü ü ü Continued

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ INERT GASES: ü ü Can displace oxygen leading

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS ü ü ü ü ü

WORK AT WORKING SAFELY Training is the key to success in managing safety in

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COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY TRAINING OSHA 29 CFR 1910. 101 and 1926. 350 -354 WELCOME © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 1 OF 72

FORWARD REGARDING COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY Know the gas you are using, or don’t use it! “Never let your name, and the word “dead” be used in the same sentence. ” Billy N. Ring, Fire Captain Dayton Regional HAZMAT Coordinator 27 Years Experience © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 2 OF 72

REGULATORY STANDARD THE GENERAL DUTY CLAUSE FEDERAL - 29 CFR 1903. 1 EMPLOYERS MUST: Furnish a place of employment free of recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees. Employers must comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under the Williams. Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. OSHA ACT OF 1970 © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 3 OF 72

APPLICABLE REGULATIONS 29 CFR - SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS 1910 - INDUSTRIAL SAFETY & 1926 - CONSTRUCTION SAFETY 1910 -101 - COMPRESSED GASES (GENERAL) 1926 -350 -354 - WELDING & CUTTING DANGER COMPRESSED GAS STORAGE AREA © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 4 OF 72

CONSENSUS STANDARDS COMPRESSED GAS ASSOCIATION CGA P-1 - SAFE HANDLING OF COMPRESSED GASES - Over 100 Other CGA Safety Manuals DANGER COMPRESSED GAS STORAGE AREA © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 5 OF 72

OSHA CIVIL PENALTIES POLICY BEFORE MARCH 1, 1991: VIOLATION NARRATIVE: TEN (10) EMPLOYEES WERE NOTED NOT WEARING EYE PROTECTION IN AREAS WHERE A REASONABLE PROBABILITY OF EYE INJURY COULD OCCUR. PENALTY: $500 © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 6 OF 72

OSHA CIVIL PENALTIES POLICY (Continued) AS OF MARCH 1, 1991: CHANGES IN PENALTY COMPUTATION: 1. PENALTIES BROKEN OUT INDIVIDUALLY. 2. PENALTIES INCREASED SEVEN FOLD. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 7 OF 72

OSHA CIVIL PENALTIES POLICY (Continued) AS OF MARCH 1, 1991: VIOLATION NARRATIVE: TEN (10) EMPLOYEES WERE NOTED NOT WEARING EYE PROTECTION IN AREAS WHERE A REASONABLE PROBABILITY OF EYE INJURY COULD OCCUR. $ 10 VIOLATIONS TIMES $500 = $5000 $ 5000 TIMES SEVEN = $35, 000 PENALTY: $35000 © Copyright Compliware 1999 BEFORE MARCH, 1991: $500 AS OF MARCH, 1991: $35, 000 GAS - SLIDE 8 OF 72

GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ALL EMPLOYERS MUST: þ Assign Responsibility GAS SAFETY PROGRAM þ Establish a Written Program þ Conduct Gas Safety Training þ Develop Safe-Use Procedures þ Conduct Work Area Inspections þ Maintain a Safe Work Environment þ Conduct Regular Program Evaluations þ Ensure Proper Storage and Maintenance © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 9 OF 72

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS THE EMPLOYER MUST PROVIDE TRAINING: þ þ þ þ þ Properties of the Gases Being Handled. Explain Why a Particular Gas is Required. Conduct Training Prior to Job Assignment. Precautions to be Taken in Using Cylinders. Precautions to be Taken in Storing Cylinders. Precautions to be Taken in Moving Cylinders. Explain Proper Maintenance and Storage of Gases. Explain the Potential Hazards Associated with Gases. Explain The Nature, Extent and Effects of Gas Hazards. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 10 OF 72

RETRAINING REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED WHEN THERE IS A: þ þ þ New Hazard or Gas. Program Related Injury. Change in Job Assignment. New Hazard Control Methods. Failure in the Safety Procedures. Reason to Doubt Employee Proficiency. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS SAFETY PROGRAM GAS - SLIDE 11 OF 72

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY þ RECOGNITION ASSESSMENT OF GAS HAZARDS: ü Known jobs/areas having gas usage. ü Jobs/areas with new equipment or processes. ü New jobs having little or no statistical injury data. ü Jobs/areas having had recent operational changes. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 12 OF 72

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Continued EVALUATION ü ü ü SAFETY PROGRAM Facility audit data. Employee surveys. Accident investigations. Logs of employee complaints. Statistical evidence of known/potential hazards. Injury and illness data of known/potential hazards. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 13 OF 72

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Continued IMPLEMENTATION: ü ü ü ü Written program. Training program. Employee involvement. Supervisor involvement. Corrective action program. Job hazard analysis program. Safety in purchasing (new gases, substitutes etc. ) © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 14 OF 72

IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Continued þ CONTROL: ü Periodic facility audits. SAFETY ü Written program reviews. PROGRAM ü Employee feedback surveys. ü Job hazard analysis reviews. ü Recurrent training programs. ü Supervisor feedback surveys. ü Periodic statistical evaluations. ü Corrective action follow-up measures. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 15 OF 72

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS þ PRINCIPAL HAZARDS: ü ü ü ü Extremely High Pressure. Toxicity. Reactivity. Instability. Flammability. Extreme Low Temperature. Asphyxiation. Radioactivity. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 16 OF 72

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS Continued þ WHEN THINGS GO WRONG: ü ü ü ü Have Flown Over a Half Mile. Penetrated Brick Walls. Can Displace Oxygen in Extremely Large Areas. Can Oxygen-Enrich Extremely Large Areas. Can Spin and Ricochet Completely Out of Control. Can Immediately Freeze Exposed Skin. Can Explode With Tremendous Force. Can be Virtually Unstoppable. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 17 OF 72

COMPRESSED GAS HAZARDS Continued þ THE TYPICAL COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER: ü ü ü ü 175 Pounds. 2, 000 to 2, 640 psig (some to 6, 000 psig). Wall Thickness of About 1/4 Inch. 57 Inches Tall. 9 Inches In Diameter. Easily Toppled. Easily Corroded. Devastatingly Hazardous. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 18 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES I’LL GET THE RUST OFF OF THIS THING ONE WAY OR ANOTHER! KIDS DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME! © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 19 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ THE BIG THREE: ü Oxidizers: Must not be used in contact with oils, greases or other hydrocarbons. ü Flammables: Must not be exposed to flames, sparks or arcs including static electricity, hot surfaces or oxidizers. ü Non. Flammables: Must not be allowed to displace air in confined work spaces so that there is insufficient oxygen for breathing. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 20 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ FILLING OF CYLINDERS: ü Cylinders may not be filled except by the supplier of the cylinder or with the supplier’s consent. ü Where filling is authorized it must be accomplished in strict accordance with DOT, OSHA and CGA regulations. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 21 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ CONTENT IDENTIFICATION: ü Never assume you know what it is! ü Assuming (with gases) gets you dead! ü Labels must be legible at all times. ü Labels may not be altered or removed. ü Labels may not be bypassed, ignored, or otherwise defeated. ü Labels must be understood by all. ü Non-legible/missing labels must be reported. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 22 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ CONTENT IDENTIFICATION: Continued ü Labels and their means of attachment must withstand their normal operating environment. ü Labels may evoke a false sense of security, and their meaning needs to be understood. ü Labels must be securely attached to cylinders so that they cannot be inadvertently or accidentally detached during use. ü Each container must bear the proper label for the gas contained. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 23 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ PAINTING CONTAINERS: ü Containers may not be painted. ü Painting may cover cylinder defects. ü Containers showing signs of corrosion must be removed from service and returned to the supplier. ü Never rely solely on the cylinder color for identification. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 24 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ LEAKING AND DEFECTIVE CYLINDERS: ü Never underestimate the hazard! ü Notify co-workers of the hazard. ü Consider evacuation of the area. ü Evacuate to open air, up-wind or side-wind. ü Report the contents, location, situation. ü Begin role call to account for co-workers. ü Do not return to work until all-clear is given. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 25 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ CYLINDER USAGE REQUIREMENTS: ü Verify contents before transporting or using. ü Keep cylinder caps on until ready to connect. ü Keep valve caps on until ready to use. ü Never use as a door stop. ü Never underestimate the hazard. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 26 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ MOVEMENT OF COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS: ü Never handle roughly. ü Never use magnetic lifting devices. ü Never lift by valves or cylinder caps. ü Never roll, drag, or slide the cylinder. ü Always use a hand-truck, fork truck etc. ü Cradles, ropes, chains, or slings are prohibited from use unless lugs or lifting attachments are provided by the manufacturer. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 27 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ STORAGE REQUIREMENTS (GENERAL): ü ü ü ü ü “No Smoking” signs must be posted. The name of the gas must be posted. Specific hazards must be posted. Containers must be stored up right. Gases must be stored with like gases. Do not intermingle full and empty containers. The oldest material must be used first. Stored only on stable surfaces. Some gases must always be shaded from sun. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 28 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ OUTDOOR STORAGE (GENERAL): ü Bottoms must be protected from corrosion. ü Must be secured to prevent toppling. ü Must be shaded in extreme temperatures. ü Some gases must always be shaded from sun. ü Should be of fire-resistive construction. ü Should be protected from tampering. ü Local fire inspectors should evaluate. ü NFPA guidelines should be reviewed. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 29 OF 72

BASIC SAFETY RULES Continued þ NAME DANGER þ PRECAUTIONS þ RESTRAINED ABOVE MIDPOINT þ EMERGENCY & USE PROCEDURES ACETYLENE NO SMOKING NO FUMAR GAS INSPECTION CHECKLIST 1 4 3 þ AWAY FROM COMBUSTIBLES © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 30 OF 72

STORAGE RULES STORAGE VARIES GREATLY, HERE A FEW EXAMPLES OF COMMON STORAGE REQUIREMENTS. ASK YOUR LOCAL FIRE INSPECTOR TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 31 OF 72

STORAGE RULES Continued USE OLDEST STOCK FIRST! DANGER FULL CYLINDERS NO SMOKING! ACETYLENE DANGER 4 COMPRESSED GAS STORAGE AREA 1 3 © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS STORAGE CHECKLIST GAS - SLIDE 32 OF 72

STORAGE RULES Continued þ FULL CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: ü If you’re not trained don’t touch it! ü Read the Material Safety Data Sheet. ü Do not smoke. ü Mark cylinder with date of storage. ü Rotate oldest product to front and use first. ü Inspect cylinder for damage before storage. ü Store with like kind of gas. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 33 OF 72

STORAGE RULES Continued þ FULL CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: Continued ü Ensure all labels are readable. ü Ensure valve assembly is tightly capped. ü Ensure cylinder is restrained above midpoint. ü Store upright on stable dry surface. ü Keep electrical devices away from gas. ü Keep combustible materials away from gas. ü Keep heat, flame and ignition sources from gas. ü Never underestimate the hazard. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 34 OF 72

STORAGE RULES Continued þ EMPTY CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: ü If you’re not trained don’t touch it! ü Read the Material Safety Data Sheet. ü Do not smoke. ü Ensure the cylinder is empty. ü Ensure valve assembly is closed tightly. ü Ensure valve assembly is capped tightly. ü Inspect cylinder for damage before storage. ü Store with like kind of gas cylinders. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 35 OF 72

STORAGE RULES Continued þ EMPTY CYLINDER STORAGE RULES: Continued ü Ensure all labels are readable. ü Ensure cylinder is restrained above midpoint. ü Store upright on a stable dry surface. ü Keep electrical devices away from gas. ü Keep combustible materials away from gas. ü Keep heat and flame away from gas. ü Never underestimate the hazard. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 36 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF GASES USED IN INDUSTRY. HERE A FEW EXAMPLES OF COMMONLY USED GASES. ASK YOUR SUPPLIER TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 37 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ OXYGEN (INCLUDING OXIDIZING GASES): ü ü ü ü ü Oxygen and oxidizers can be deadly. Cleanliness is absolutely essential!!! Explosion results upon contact with hydrocarbons. Keep oil, grease, and other hydrocarbons away! Ensure process or system is compatible with oxygen. Assess compatibility of equipment and materials. Separate from combustible materials. Oxygen can “fuel enrich” permeable materials. Oxygen enriched materials burn tremendously. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 38 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued THE p. H of ACIDS AND BASES p. H IS THE NUMERICAL MEASURE OF ITS RELATIVE ACIDITY OR ALKALINITY. THE RANGE IS FROM 0 - 14 WITH A NEUTRAL LEVEL EXPRESSED AS A p. H OF 7. 0. p. H ABOVE 7. 0 - MORE ALKALINE OR BASIC. p. H BELOW 7. 0 - MORE ACIDIC. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 39 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ ACID & ALKALINE GASES: ü ü ü ü Avoid contact with all bodily routes of entry. Wear goggles and suitable skin protection. Consider effects on the respiratory tract. Long sleeves and trousers are mandatory. Open toed shoes or sneakers are prohibited. Gas masks/SCBA must be immediately available. SCBA must be used when the concentration could exceed the rating of the gas mask canister or if the gas could displace oxygen to below 19 percent. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 41 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ ACID & ALKALINE GASES: ü ü Continued Emergency showers/eyewashes must be available. Quantities on-site must be limited. Ventilation must be adequate in the work area. Common corrosive and toxic gases include: - Boron Trichloride - Chlorine Trifluoride - Iodine Pentafluoride - Sulfur Tetrafluoride © Copyright Compliware 1999 - Bromine Trifluoride - Hydrogen Fluoride - Silicon Tetrafluoride - Tungsten Hexafluoride GAS - SLIDE 42 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ HIGHLY TOXIC GASES: ü ü Continued Medical services should be pre-planned. Suppliers/manufacturers should be consulted. Emergency responders should consulted. Common highly toxic gases include: - Arsine - Bromine Trifluoride - Chlorine - Germane - Hydrogen Selenide - Nitric Oxide © Copyright Compliware 1999 - Boron Trichloride - Bromine Pentafluoride - Fluorine - Hydrogen Cyanide - Hydrogen Sulfide - Phosgene GAS - SLIDE 43 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ CRYOGENIC LIQUEFIED GASES: ü ü ü ü ü In liquid form at relatively low pressures. Extremely low temperatures. Usually below - 238 F (- 150 C). Handled in heavily insulated containers. Insulated containers minimize evaporation. Properation of venting systems is essential. High expansion rate on vaporization. Can cause extreme bodily damage on contact. Full body protection must be utilized. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 44 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ CRYOGENIC LIQUEFIED GASES: ü ü ü ü Continued Use only hardware designed for cryogenics. Pain is not immediate. Tissue solidifies over time. Blood circulation is arrested. Serious skin burns may result. Blood clots are highly probable. Skin highly vulnerable to infection. Flush with tepid water. © Copyright Compliware 1999 LOX GAS - SLIDE 46 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ INERT GASES: ü ü Can displace oxygen leading to asphyxiation. SCBA or airline systems must be used. Oxygen content below 19 percent is dangerous. Common highly inert gases include: - Argon - Helium - Nitrogen © Copyright Compliware 1999 - Carbon Dioxide - Neon - Xenon GAS - SLIDE 47 OF 72

SPECIFIC TYPES OF GASES Continued þ GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS ü ü ü ü ü Don’t be afraid to ask people to wait! Limit conversation while using gases. Know that you could be seriously injured. Know that no one ever expected to get injured. Know that none of us is immune to injury. Know the safe procedures before starting work. Know the location of first aid kits. Avoid horseplay - don’t tolerate it from others. Think about going home in the same shape. Know your gas! © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 48 OF 72

WORK AT WORKING SAFELY Training is the key to success in managing safety in the work environment. Attitude is also a key factor in maintaining a safe workplace. Safety is, and always will be a team effort, safety starts with each individual employee and concludes with everyone leaving at the end of the day to rejoin their families. © Copyright Compliware 1999 GAS - SLIDE 49 OF 72