Compressed gas is a substance that is a gas at normal room temperature and pressure and is contained under pressure usually in a cylinder. The cylinders usually hold a large volume of gas which can rocket, spin out of control, cause frostbite or cause suffocation if the cylinder is damaged or leaking. Additional hazards include explosive, toxic, corrosive and cryogenic dangers. Special storage, use, and handling precautions are necessary in order to control these hazards.

Upon completion of this learning event, the learner will demonstrate knowledge of the hazards associated with working around compressed gases and how to minimize or eliminate them. Employees will learn how to identify the hazards of compressed gases and compressed gas cylinders, labeling and storage requirements for cylinders, and how to implement safe work practices. This course covers 1910.101(a) and 1910.101(b) regarding inspection and storage, however, no specific training requirements are listed in the OSHA regulations. Other related courses are Hot Work/Arc Welding, Basic Fire Safety for Employees, and Hazard Communication.

Relevant Standards: OSH 29 CFR 1910.101 Compressed Gases

• Linear Duration/min: 00:16:00
• Origin Date: 01/08
• Last Update: 01/08
• Complexity/Difficulty: Level I (very easy)
• Interactivity: Level II
• Supervising SME: Laura Belden
• Prerequisites: None

Competencies:

To successfully complete this course, the Learner will demonstrate the ability to:

• CGS 1.1.0 Introduction and objectives
• CGS 1.2.0 Identify the hazards of compressed gases and their cylinders 04:49
• CGS 1.3.0 Identify safe work practices to be used when working with compressed gases 02:35
• CGS 1.4.0 Recognize labeling and storage requirements for compressed gases 01:50