The explosive power in a compressed gas cylinder can easily transform it into a lethal missile. A leaking cylinder or fitting can cause asphyxiation, explosion or fire. All laboratory professionals need to be familiar with the safe handling of high pressure cylinders, and working with compressed gas cylinder valves, gauges, fittings and labels.
ALWAYS READY'S course "Handling Compressed Gas Cylinders in the Laboratory" explains how gas cylinders work, the hazards that are associated with them, and the need for caution when using or storing compressed gas cylinders.
Areas covered in this course include:
. The four ways to compress gases
. Hazards associated with compressed gases
. Safe storage procedures
. Marking and labeling
. Handling cylinders safely
. Connections and fittings
. Leak detection
. And More.
ALWAYS READY'S "Online Interactive Training Library" offers the most cost-effective, stress-free, time-convenient and easily accessed regulatory compliance training available today. This course averages 45 minutes to complete, but each course-taker should work at a comfortable pace. It's divided into logical sections for easy understanding and retention.
Safety is a key indicator of organizational excellence. All labs working with compressed gases should implement this training. To maximize safety in your workplace, have your employees take "Handling Compressed Gas Cylinders in the Laboratory" as soon as possible.
This course is one of 108 titles in ALWAYS READY'S online safety training library. Please also preview: "Laboratory Ergonomics", "Laboratory Hoods" and "Planning for Laboratory Emergencies."
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