Cylinder and Equipment Safety: Six Simple Practices That Make a Difference
From moving and storing cylinders to making proper connections, a few everyday precautions can help prevent serious accidents.
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Setting the Standard for Safety
CGA’s extensive library of technical publications is vital to maintaining a safe industry. All member companies have an equal voice in the standards-setting process, no matter your company’s size. Members also enjoy free access to electronic publications and discounts on other products.
Access to a Network of Experts
Our meetings and events are designed to promote conversations about best practices, incident learnings, and new technologies. As a CGA member, you will have opportunities to learn from leading subject matter experts about practices to help make your operations safer and more cost-effective.
Leveraging a Unified Voice
CGA represents all facets of the industry in the formulation of codes, legislation, and regulations. We maintain strong relationships with key officials so that members receive early warning about upcoming developments and have an opportunity to participate in the policy debate.
Recently Published
Recently published CGA standards and guidelines reflecting the latest industry consensus, technical updates, and regulatory considerations
- LI-SEMI Semiconductor Standards Library (New!)
- P-82 Standard for Maintenance of Transfer Hoses
- V-6 Standard Bulk Refrigerated Liquid Transfer Connections
- G-1.2 Standard for Acetylene Metering and Piping
- G-5.4 Standard for Hydrogen Piping Systems at User Locations
- G-7.1 Commodity Specification for Air
- G-5.5 Standard for Hydrogen Vent Systems
- P-51 Standard for Transportation Security in the Compressed Gas Industry
- P-52 Security Guidelines for Qualifying Customers Purchasing Compressed Gases
- V-23 Standard for Cylinder Connections on Portable Cryogenic Liquid Cylinders
- S-1.1 Pressure Relief Device Standards-Part 1-Cylinders for Compressed Gases
- C-6 Standard for Visual Inspection of Steel Compressed Gas Cylinders
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Recent News
U.S. Department of Energy Designates Helium as a Critical Material
New federal designation recognizes helium's essential role in advanced manufacturing, technology, and national security—reinforcing longstanding industry concerns about supply security.
CGA Launches Semiconductor Standards Library to Support Safety and Reliability in Semiconductor Manufacturing
New collection brings together 14 industry-developed publications addressing the safe handling, storage, and use of gases critical to semiconductor production.
Home Oxygen Safety: Five Simple Habits That Make a Difference
Using oxygen at home? A few simple precautions can help keep you and your loved ones safe.
Don't Be Scared, Be Safe! Simple Tips for Compressed Gas Safety
Compressed gases are essential to everyday life and working with them doesn't have to be scary. This Halloween season, the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) is sharing a few simple safety reminders and resources to help you take the fright out of working with compressed gases.
TECH26 Is Bringing Together an Impressive Crowd. Two Important Deadlines Are Almost Here.
Who will you meet at TECH26? The registration list already offers plenty of reasons to get excited.
