Gas Cutting Cylinder Set Inspection Checklist

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Gas cutting is a process in which under the presence of intense heat, the metal is cut using a gas cutting cylinder set consisting of two 2 gases Acetylene & Oxygen. The who set consists of the 2 gas cylinders as mentioned earlier, a cutting and brazing torch, hose pipes, regulator, and trolly if a moveable set is used.

The whole set should be inspected and well-maintained and used by a competent person. The whole activity is hazardous, hence regulations require the employer/user to ensure the work equipment is safe, maintained, inspected, and handled with care.

The workplace should be safe, barricaded, and under strict supervision. The piece of metal under work activity should be secured and it must be ensured that after cutting, it won't fall in an uncontrolled manner, that's why supports or handling arrangements should be established. The falling object can harm anyone. Since the work activity involves heat production, the area should be free of flammable materials, liquids, as well as substances that can get ignited, and fire can erupt.

To comply with the regulations and work requirements, the checklist can be used to inspect the work equipment prior to job commencement. The above-mentioned link can be used to download the inspection checklist.