Section 5 Gas cylinders

501. Storage of gas cylinders

1. Where more than one cylinder of oxygen and more than one cylinder of acetylene are carried si- multaneously, such cylinders are to be arranged in accordance with the following:

(1) Permanent piping systems for oxyacetylene systems are acceptable provided that they are de- signed having due regard to standards and codes of practice to the satisfaction of the Administration.

(2) Where two or more cylinders of each gas are intended to be carried in enclosed spaces, sepa- rate dedicated storage rooms are to be provided for each gas.

(3) Storage rooms are to be constructed of steel, and be well ventilated and accessible from the open deck.

(4) Provision is to be made for the expeditious removal of cylinders in the event of fire.

(5) “NO SMOKING” signs are to be displayed at the gas cylinder storage rooms.

(6) Where cylinders are stowed in open locations, means are to be provided to:

(A) protect cylinders and associated piping from physical damage;

(B) minimize exposure to hydrocarbons; and

(C) ensure suitable drainage.

2. Fire-extinguishing arrangements for the protection of areas or spaces where such cylinders are stor- ed should be to the satisfaction of the Society.