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be allowed provided that the container is properly secured and the
dispensing apparatus is designed for such liquefied gas use.
Exception: compressed gas containers with an internal volume less
than five thousandth cubic meter (0.005 m3) may be used in a
horizontal position.
15. The handling of compressed gas containers shall comply with the
following requirements:
a. Carts and trucks. Containers shall be moved using an approved
method. Where containers are moved by hand cart, hand truck or
other mobile device, such carts, trucks or devices shall be designed
for the secure movement of containers. Carts and trucks utilized for
moving compressed gas containers outdoors shall be so designed
that the containers will be secured against dropping or otherwise
striking against each other or other surfaces.
b. Lifting of containers. Ropes, chains or slings shall not be used to
suspend compressed gas containers unless such containers have
been designed for such handling. Valves of compressed gas
containers shall not be used for lifting.
16. Compressed gas containers, equipment and devices used for the
storage, handling and transportation of compressed gases shall be of
approved type.
17. Approved containers, equipment or devices are those covered with
appropriate certification from its manufacturers and/or certifying
authority concerned.
18. Electrical installations and equipment shall conform to the provisions of
the Philippine Electrical Code, equipment manufacturers’ instruction
and/or other applicable international standards as deemed
necessary.
19. Proper lighting, including emergency lights shall be provided to
illuminate fire protection appliances and operating facilities such as
walkways, control valves, gauges, and similar devices or servicing
facilities for the compressed gas
20. Lighting equipment and facilities shall be of explosion proof type.
21. Container design and construction shall be maintained as follows:
a. Compressed gas containers shall be designed and fabricated in
accordance with the specifications of the PSME Boiler and Pressure
Vessels Code or shall comply with appropriate standards of the
DOE and DTI.
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