Knowing how to store and handle your LPG Gas Cylinders is important to your health and safety. Without the correct handling and storage, LPG Gas Cylinders can cause serious damage to you and your property.
Follow our 10 Tips to Store and Handle LPG Gas Cylinders Safely:
1. Only store and handle cylinders in an upright, vertical position to prevent them from falling. Cylinders should not be stored or handled horizontally, this increases the potential for leaks, which can be extremely dangerous.
2. Store and handle Propane Gas Cylinders outdoors only. Propane cylinders have a higher pressure than Butane, so must not be used indoors under any circumstances.
3. Cylinders should be stored in a well-ventilated, outdoor area to avoid CO build-up. It should ideally be covered and on a dry and level surface to prevent pooling. Store them above ground level and away from doors, drains, or any combustibles to minimise risk.
4. A Gas Safe Registered engineer will inspect and service the appliances every 12 months.
5. Divide full and empty cylinders and rotate your stock, so that you use your oldest cylinder first. When cylinders are empty, we are happy to uplift our brands wgen delivering full replacement cylinders. Call your local depot for more information.
6. Turn off and replace safety valves when the LPG Gas Cylinder is not in use or empty.
7. Use suitable signage around your storage area of choice or follow signage that is already in place.
8. Keep any heat sources away from LPG Gas Cylinders.
9. Install a gas detection system with a sounding alarm if you are using LPG Gas Cylinders, this will notify you of leaks or escaping gas.
10. Hoses are a vulnerable part of gas installation and you must check them regularly for signs of perishing. If you require a replacement hose, you should contact a Qualified Gas Engineer, who will carry out a replacement with the approved parts.
