SAF0105TA – Gas Safety

Description

Estimated time: 2 hours

Language: English

Modality: Virtual.

Summary of the course

This module intends to learn about how to reduce the risk to safety at work from fire or other explosive events due to flammable gases and also to reduce the risk of inhalation of poisonous gases being used in industry. It includes the gas safety standards and regulations that govern the management of the safe flow, use and handling of gases as well as the hazards and its consequences along with the control measures during any misshapenness, Companies rules and regulations for the health, safety and welfare of people on their premises who are involved in working on these gas related equipments and its handling.

By the end of this course, you will be able to understand:-
1. Steps in gas safety and color code for gas pipeline
2. Gas Concentration in Atmosphere & Effects on Human body
3. TLV, STEL, IDLH value of various gases used in works
4. Proper job planning for working on gas line
5. Isolation of gas line
6. Gas safety equipment
7. Gas cylinder storage: Basic requirement
8. Signage associated with storage of gas cylinders
9. Permanent identification marks on cylinders
10. Color code for gas cylinders
11. Handling and Usage of Cylinders: Do’s and Don’ts
12. Preplanning and Emergencies related to Gas Cylinder Storage and Handling
13. Welding – Definition, Hazards and Precautions
14. Hazardous Fumes Generated During Welding Operation
15. Gas Cutting
16. Malfunctioning in Gas Cutting
17. General Requirements in Gas Cutting and Welding
18. Preventive Steps in Gas Cutting and Welding
19. Checklist for gas welding and cutting