Technical Report 01 Method for estimating the off-site risks from bulk storage of liquefied oxygen
Publication Year
2013
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Summary of the conclusions reached by a joint BCGA/HSE working group. It describes the hazards from exposure to oxygen enriched air; if so exposed, the chance of being seriously injured; a method for estimating the evaporation of liquid oxygen and how the oxygen vapour disperses; and the chance of a large spill occurring.
Document History
Superseded by Revision 2, 2018. Revision 1, 2013. Supersedes the second edition, 2004. First published 1984.
Publisher Information
British Compressed Gases Association
The British Compressed Gases Association is the British trade association representing the industrial gases industry. It publishes Guidance Notes and Codes of Practice covering safe practice in the handling and use of gases.
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