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Gas Safety
Changing a Cylinder
If a pressure system (such as a compressed gas cylinder) fails, it is likely to result in an uncontrolled release of energy causing serious injury to personnel and damage to property.
The overall intention of the Safety, Health And Welfare at Work (General Applications) Regulations 2007, part 9 pressure systems, is to prevent the risk of injuries from such a failure.
A simple guide to changing a cylinder
It is important both you and your staff can change cylinders safely, efficiently and competently.
This guide to changing gas cylinders will help you fully meet your requirements.
The basics
Anyone who changes a gas cylinder must:
- be fully trained for their own protection and to comply with the Safety ,Health and Welfare at Work ( General Applications ) Regulations 2007 Chapter 4 of part 2 .
- use appropriate protective clothing such as gloves, safety glasses and protective footwear
- appreciate and understand the safety precautions required in handling cylinders
For more information see Manual handling regulations
