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Safe use of CGC

Photo of the day: Safe handling of Gas Cylinders and lecture bottles

Compressed gas cylinders are a common fixture in research laboratories. As such it is imperative to understand the safe handling, transportation, and use of compressed gas cylinders. Compressed gas is defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) per 29 CFR 1910.1200 as: The broad definition…