Acetylene Rule Revised to Reflect Current Practice

摘要

A new final acetylene standard was issued by OSHA last month.rnAcetylene is a colorless gas that can become explosive if liquefied, heated, compressed, or mixed with air. It is commonly used in certain plastics, and as fuel for welding and metal cutting.rnThe change replaces references to outdated industry standards with updated references reflecting current industry practices.rnThe revised standard requires that in-plant transfer, handling, storage, and use of acetylene cylinders comply with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet G-l 2003, titled Acetylene.rnAlso included are updated references for provisions addressing piping systems, as well as acetylene generators and filling acetylene cylinders.