Full Description

This position statement outlines precautions that need to be considered for the safe transport of gas cylinders and cryogenic liquid containers in elevators based upon the type and quantity of the gas and the design of the cylinder/container. It provides information for handling cylinders and cryogenic liquid containers and is appropriate for transporting inert and oxidizing atmospheric gases and mixtures in elevators. Additional precautions may be warranted for toxic or flammable gases depending upon the gas, quantity, and type of cylinder/container. It is not applicable to the transport of cylinders or containers in an elevator while in use for patient care.

Product Details

Edition: 1ST Published: 11/01/2016 Number of Pages: 3File Size: 1 file , 99 KB