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Hazard
Cylinder drop
Potential Consequence
Crushing or valve damage
Persons at Risk
Logistics workers
Existing Controls
Controlled handling and cylinder trolley
Additional Controls
Do not throw or roll cylinders
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Hazard
Unsecured cylinders on vehicle
Potential Consequence
Tipping or high-pressure release
Persons at Risk
Driver and loading crew
Existing Controls
Suitable restraint system
Additional Controls
Verify all cylinders are secured before transport
03
Hazard
Incompatible gases transported together
Potential Consequence
Fire or reaction
Persons at Risk
Logistics workers
Existing Controls
Segregation by gas type
Additional Controls
Verify compatibility requirements before loading
04
Hazard
Cylinder falling from vehicle
Potential Consequence
Crushing or valve damage
Persons at Risk
Loading personnel
Existing Controls
Cylinder rack and controlled handling
Additional Controls
Keep cylinders upright and restrained during loading
05
Hazard
Missing valve protection
Potential Consequence
Valve failure and projectile effect
Persons at Risk
Site personnel
Existing Controls
Valve protection cap
Additional Controls
Keep valve protection caps fitted during transport and loading
06
Hazard
Transporting incompatible cylinders together
Potential Consequence
Fire or reaction
Persons at Risk
Loading and transport personnel
Existing Controls
Segregation by gas type
Additional Controls
Separate oxygen and flammable gases according to transport requirements
07
Hazard
Finger entrapment during cylinder loading
Potential Consequence
Hand or finger injury
Persons at Risk
Workers performing the activity and nearby personnel
Existing Controls
Authorized personnel, pre-work checks, suitable equipment and site procedures
Additional Controls
Keep hands clear of pinch points between cylinders, vehicles and racks
08
Hazard
Damaged cylinder accepted for transport
Potential Consequence
Gas leak or pressurized release
Persons at Risk
Workers performing the activity and nearby personnel
Existing Controls
Authorized personnel, pre-work checks, suitable equipment and site procedures
Additional Controls
Quarantine damaged, corroded or suspected leaking cylinders
09
Hazard
Uncontrolled movement of cylinder trolley
Potential Consequence
Cylinder overturn or impact on personnel
Persons at Risk
Workers performing the activity and nearby personnel
Existing Controls
Authorized personnel, pre-work checks, suitable equipment and site procedures
Additional Controls
Control the trolley on slopes and secure it while parked
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