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Control compressed-gas acceptance, storage, and handling as one process

Under 29 CFR 1910, the in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks must be in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965, which is incorporated by reference as specified in section 1910.6.

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Reconcile flammable-liquid storage rooms, cabinets, and transfer points

Under 29 CFR 1910, equipment used to transfer Category 1 or 2 liquids, or Category 3 liquids flashing below 100 degrees F, between storage tanks and a loading rack may not also transfer Category 3 liquids flashing at or above 100 degrees F or Category 4 liquids.

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Inspect LPG installations as systems, not isolated tanks

Under 29 CFR 1910, the filling connection and the vent from the liquid level gages in containers, filled at point of installation, must not be less than 10 feet in any direction from air openings into sealed combustion system appliances or mechanical ventilation air intakes.

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Use process-safety information to drive facility continuity decisions

Under 29 CFR 1910, subject to the rules and procedures set forth in 29 CFR 1910.1200(i)(1) through 1910.1200(i)(12), employees and their designated representatives must have access to trade secret information contained within the process hazard analysis and other documents required to be developed by this standard.

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Preplan hazardous-substance emergency response by role and hazard

Under 29 CFR 1910, hazardous materials technicians must have received at least 24 hours of training equal to the first responder operations level and in addition have competency in the following areas and the employer must so certify: be able to function within an assigned role in the Incident Command System.

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Keep labels, safety data sheets, and training synchronized after change

Under 29 CFR 1910, in addition, this section requires distributors to transmit the required information to employers. (Employers who do not produce or import chemicals need only focus on those parts of this rule that deal with establishing a workplace program and communicating information to their workers.).

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Verify the respiratory-protection program beyond respirator inventory

Under 29 CFR 1910, the rule requires that at a minimum, the employer provide additional medical evaluations that comply with the requirements of this section if: information from the respiratory protection program, including observations made during fit testing and program evaluation, indicates a need for employee reevaluation.

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