1. Helping customers to transport gases more safely
TP N° 17/08
Helping customers to transport gases more safely
Transporting Gas Cylinders or Cryogenic Receptacles in “Non-Dedicated” Vehicles
Reference documents: IGC 103 and IGC 89

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3. Overview This Training Package will address:
What is meant by “Non-Dedicated” vehicles
Which parts of Transport regulations apply
Why is transporting gas cylinders and cryogenic receptacles in cars and vans not recommended?
What precautions should be taken:
By the gas retailer/outlet
By the customer

4. “Non-Dedicated” Vehicle
Any vehicle not specifically adapted to safely carry gas cylinders or cryogenic receptacles.
Often enclosed passenger cars or vans....
Examples of Non-Dedicated vehicles:

5. The vehicle & ventilation: Driver/Customer
While transporting cylinders adequate ventilation is very important, ideally:
Use an open vehicle or
a vehicle designed for the transport of gases (should have a gas tight bulkhead separating the driver from load)
If you have to use an enclosed,
Non-Dedicated Vehicle:
KEEP WINDOWS OPEN

6. Gas Cylinders and Cryogenic Receptacles
The size and contents vary greatly,
some examples are shown here:
The hazards depend upon:
Weight of cylinder/receptacle
Pressure inside
Hazards of contents –see LABELS!

7. Hazard Label Meanings Flammable gas - danger of ignition and explosion
Oxidising gas - increases danger of fire
Inert gas - danger of death by asphyxiation
*Toxic gas - danger of death from intoxication or poisoning
Corrosive gas - danger of death from burns
*Toxic or pyrophoric gases should only be transported in open or dedicated vehicles !
NOTE that Ammonia is commonly carried in non-dedicated vehicles but is classified as Toxic !

8. Transport Regulations: Gases are “Dangerous Goods”
Gases in cylinders and cryogenic receptacles are classified as “Dangerous Goods” and their transport is governed by European legislation (ADR).
You may have seen trucks and vans showing Orange Plates at the front and back of the vehicle. This is because the vehicle is carrying goods that could be dangerous in an accident. The plate alerts the emergency services of the dangers.
If you are “at work”, then these rules apply and you need to ensure that you are in compliance. Please check!

9. Transport Regulations not applicable IF....
ADR does NOT apply when:
Goods are “for personal use” – even if they are dangerous goods,
Transport is *ancillary to normal business, e.g. deliveries to building or civil engineering sites
But measures MUST BE taken to prevent leakage during transport:
* Please take advice of qualified Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor!

10. Transport Regulations some exemptions...
If total *transport units carried <1000
there are exemptions from parts of ADR e.g.:
* Please take advice of qualified Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor!
Placards and plates
Tremcards
Vehicle specifications
but other *duties remain e.g.:
Carry fire extinguishers
No smoking/no naked flames
Basic training of general awareness, hazards and driver responsibilities
Should consider whether to provide simple guidelines for Agents/Retailers summarising 1000 transport units??
And measures MUST BE taken to prevent leakage during transport

11. private cars and vans not recommended?
Why is transporting
gas cylinders in
private cars and vans not recommended?

12. Braking is necessary… Sometimes sudden braking is necessary...
But dangerously overloading a vehicle is illegal and dangerous (see behind drivers seat)

13. Unsecured Cylinders are dangerous

14. Cylinders: Simple crash - worse consequences
This car was involved in a traffic accident
It was carrying oxygen cylinders, which leaked
After the initial crash the oxygen rich atmosphere inside resulted in the car being burnt out

15. Cylinder contents dangerous: Acetylene
A leaking acetylene cylinder ignited at the valve outlet inside a van
The driver narrowly escaped and the van burnt out in 2 minutes

16. Mixed gas load dangers
Driver used remote control device to unlock the doors of his car
Picture shows car after explosion
Car was totally destroyed and heavy damage to surroundings
The newspaper reported the car contained a mixed load of acetylene, oxygen and propane cylinders.

17. Cylinders can leak
An enclosed vehicle containing a cylinder was completely destroyed when the door of the car was opened, probably due to a leak and a spark.

18. Beware warnings !
The driver of this vehicle stopped because he smelled gas
He went to the rear of the vehicle and opened the boot
The mixture of air and acetylene in the car exploded throwing him several metres away….
…and then ….

19. Acetylene: can explode later
…shortly afterwards the acetylene cylinder itself ruptured and demolished the car
In this instance the driver escaped with only light burns and shock

20. Recommendations for Gas Retailers/Outlets

21. Precautions for Gas Retailers/Outlets
ADR requires that “measures are taken to prevent any leakage”, so always take reasonable steps to:
Ensure cylinder valve is firmly closed and check for leaks
Advise the driver :
Of the importance to securely stow cylinder in vehicle
Of the hazards of the contents
To transport cylinders containing liquid (such as Propane, CO2, Dissolved Acetylene) upright to prevent leakage
To check vehicle floor cleanliness, no loose objects, oils, etc.
Not to smoke and to drive with windows open
YOU may be held responsible if the customer has an accident on his journey

22. Gas Retailers/Outlets: Warn of the dangers
Make sure the customer is aware of the dangers before he leaves your premises.
Emphasise:
Labels state the dangers of the gas
Never use or transport a gas cylinder that does not have a label
The label is the only way to positively identify the contents of a cylinder
The old cylinder colour codes are changing
Be familiar with the hazard labels and handle accordingly
Share and publicise this Training Package

23. Advice for Customers
The following documents are available to inform about safe transport and use:
Appropriate Safety Data Sheet
Appropriate TREMCARD – photocopies are OK
National Association leaflet

24. Recommendations for people transporting gases in “Non Dedicated” Vehicles

25. Common sense safety Driver/Customer
Take advice given to you by gas retailer/outlet
Check that valves are fully closed and protected
Ventilate your vehicle - keep windows open
Dismantle equipment such as regulators, hoses, torches, etc.
Ensure your vehicle is not overloaded
Do not leave cylinders inside the boot or in an unventilated place
Go directly to your destination
Carry at least one 2 kg dry powder fire extinguisher
No smoking
NOTE: If you are not “working” you still have a “Duty of Care” to ensure that you transport gases safely and with due regard to other road users and members of the public

26. Loading and Unloading Driver/Customer
Ensure all cylinders are properly secured and prevented from moving during your journey
Consider how you are going to get the cylinders in and out of your vehicle without injury
Only carry the minimum number of cylinders that are required for the job
Once the cylinders are out of the vehicle follow these simple rules;
Wear appropriate protective equipment
Place cylinders onto firm level ground, securely

27. Emergency Actions with flammable/oxidising gases
The precise actions depend on the type of gas being carried, but if you do discover a leak from a cylinder containing a flammable or oxidising gas:
Try to keep members of the public away from the area
Minimise potential ignition sources (use mobile phone, electronic key from a safe distance!)
If possible and safe to do so;
try to close any valves that may be open
try to move your vehicle to an isolated place
ventilate your vehicle, open doors
Call the Emergency services
Give them your exact location and the number and type of cylinders involved
Call your Gas retailer/outlet for advice

28. Recommendations for people transporting medical gases for patient use

29. Patients: transporting Medical Gas for personal use
ADR does not include transport of oxygen with patient.
Patients are recommended to:
Keep vehicle well ventilated (open window) to prevent oxygen enrichment inside vehicle
Set car ventilation system to draw fresh air into car, not recycle air
Keep valve shut when not in use
Carry the minimum oxygen required for patient to complete the journey

30. Patients: transporting Medical Gas for personal use
Patients are recommended to:
Adequately restrain all gas cylinders and cryogenic receptacles
Keep liquid oxygen receptacles upright
Prohibit smoking by anyone in or near the vehicle
Avoid using oxygen whilst the vehicle is being re-fuelled
Any O2 cylinders/receptacles not in use should be kept in luggage compartment (boot) during journey
Never leave gas cylinders and cryogenic receptacles unattended in a parked vehicle

31. Thank you for your attention
Thank you for your attention. Please consider these lessons and transport your gases carefully and safely