Compressed gas cylinders of all shapes and sizes are used all over campus for everything from welding to research. Compressed gas cylinders pose two types of risks when used, stored, or handled. The ...

This page contains basic guidelines and rules to help ensure the safe handling and storage of compressed gas cylinders. Mishandled cylinders may rupture violently, release their hazardous contents or ...

Each compressed gas cylinder must be clearly labeled to indicate the contents. Check connections and hoses regularly for leaks using a specific monitoring instrument or soapy water (or equivalent).

This guideline identifies general safety precautions that should be reviewed and followed when dealing with compressed-gas cylinders at Brandeis. The MSDS for specific gases should be reviewed to ...

Who should complete this course? Are you responsible for handling, using, or transporting compressed gas cylinders? If so, this training course is required. A copy of the completed training ...

Dry Ice, Liquid Nitrogen, Compressed Gases, Gas Tank regulators and valves are available through Procurement and Payment Services' Lab Gas Program: Lab Services monitors the quantities and locations ...

This webpage discusses two classes of time-sensitive hazardous chemicals: peroxide forming solvents and certain compressed gas cylinders. It is Extremely important that these chemicals are identified ...

Examples include glassware, compressed gas cylinders, vacuum chambers and custom designed laboratory vessels. The pressure differential generated, either positive or negative, is a potential hazard in ...