PRODUCT CATALOGUE

Gas Cylinders YES NO
Are your cylinders being stored in an upright position and correctly secured in a cylinder carrier or by safety chains?
Are the cylinders away from sources of heat, dirt, grease or inflammable substances?
Are the cylinder valves free from oil and grease?
Is the cylinder gas being used for the purpose designed?
Are you observing correct "draw off" rates from acetylene cylinders?
Do you ensure that cylinder valves are shut off, and regulators are removed, before cylinders are moved about?
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Regulators / Flashback Arrestors
Are you using the correct regulator for the gas being dispensed, with the correct pressure ratings?
Do the gauges meet the current relevant standard? Are they complete and in good working order?
Is the bullnose inlet in good condition with a filter?
Is the pressure adjusting knob captive and working correctly?
Are approved flashback arrestors fitted to the outlet union?
Are the flashback arrestors allowing enough gas to flow through them for the application?
Fitted Hoses
Are you using hoses which conform to current standards with the correct hose for gas cutting and welding?
Are the connections fitted in accordance with current standards?
Are the hose check valves fitted to the blowpipe end of the hose?
Is the hose unkinked, not perished, and generally in good condition?
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GAS
Cutting Blowpipes
Is the blowpipe and nozzle suitable for gas with which it is to be used?
Is the blowpipe free from leaking joints, leaking valves and with no flow restrictions throughout?
Is the seal intact between the shank and mixer or cutting attachment?
Do the nozzles seal without leaks?
Are all gas connections tight?
Are recommended pressure settings (with correct nozzle sizes) being adhered to?
Do you clean nozzles with recommended tip cleaners?
Do you purge each hose separately every time before lighting up?
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General
Do you regularly check that all joints on assembled equipment are gas tight, with proprietary leak detection or
0.5% Teepol solution before use? o o
Do you wear protective clothing, which is non-flammable, and grease free?
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Are you wearing correct eye protection – goggles and lenses that conform to current standards?
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Have you read and understood all relevant information, provided by manufacturers,
for safe use of their equipment before starting work?
Are all your operators adequately trained and supervised?
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If you answered "NO" to any of the questions listed above, or you are uncertain as to the safety of your equipment
or working environment, you should contact your local distributor for advice.
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