Health and Safety: Guidance Booklets 139 Safe use of compressed gases in welding, flame cutting and allied processes
Publication Year
1997
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
The main aim of this publication is to promote safer use of compressed gases in gas welding, flame cutting and related processes. The intention is to protect people at work and others who may be affected by the work activity, and to reduce the injuries and damage caused by fires and explosions.
Document History
Superseded by HSG139 'Safe use of compressed gases in welding, flame cutting and allied processes' (HSE, produced September 2009). Reprinted 2001 and 2002 with amendments.
ISBN
9780717606801
Publisher Information
Health and Safety Executive
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
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