Overview
Tubing, regulators, and other ancillary cylinder equipment is in poor condition or not appropriate for the intended use.
This inspection item is to determine whether or not the cylinder valve, tubing, etc. are in good repair. In some cases, corroded valves can be opened but then will not close. Tubing can develop cracks releasing toxic, corrosive or flammable gases into the lab. In Exhibit A, the close-up image of a valve, note the severe corrosion to valve. Note the cracked tubing in Exhibit B. severe corrosion to a valve. Next fwe will describe some of the things to look for.
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