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Safe use of compressed gases in welding, flame cutting and allied processes.

Title Safe use of compressed gases in welding, flame cutting and allied processes.
Author HSE
Series Code HSG
Series Number 139
Publisher HSE Books
Date of Publication 1997
Length 69 pages
ISBN 0717606805
Price Exc. VAT £11.50
VAT Rate 0%
Product Type Hard Copy
Format Paper
Notes Health and safety guidance. (HSG139) (HSG 139) (HS G 139) supersedes HSW 50 entitled, ' Welding and flame-cutting using compressed gases.' ISBNs 0118833669, 0118830805
Abstract Provides guidance to promote the safer use of compressed gases in gas welding, flame cutting and related processes. Contents: Fire, explosion and other hazards; Design, construction and provision of equipment; Storage and handling of gas cylinders; Personal protective equipment; Operating procedures; Fire precautions; Maintenance, examination and testing of equipment; Legal requirements and enforcement arrangements.
Keywords Guidance; Engineering; Oxygen service; Acetylene service; Pressure regulators; Pressure guages; Hoses; Blowpipes; Safety devices; Welding flux dispensers; Small welding kits; PPE; Training; Emergency procedures; Confined spaces; Dangerous operations; Gas cylinders; Shipbuilding


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