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June is National Safety Month

According to the National Safety Council, preventable injuries, commonly known as “accidents,” are the fourth leading cause of U.S. deaths.

Join CGA, and our members around the world, in observing National Safety Month as we work together to share the latest safety resources for our industry so we can prevent accidents and save lives. Join us on social media, share one of our pre-made social media posts, and go #CGASafetyMonth2024.

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Weekly Themes

Week 1: Safety 101

Week 2: Avoiding Accidents

Week 3: Finding Safety Resources

Week 4: Emergency Response

CGA Safety Resource Centers

The Compressed Gas Association (CGA) publishes a growing line of posters and related safety materials for users who are new to interacting with our industry’s products.

The Safety Resource Centers, offer free, downloadable safety posters along with additional information and resources for topics including dry ice, home and medical oxygen, liquid nitrogen, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, cylinders and equipment, flammable gases, and refrigerated and cryogenic equipment.

“CGA has been a leader in compressed gas industry safety for over 100 years. We are proud to work with CGA and our fellow members to spread our safety message far and wide. June is our chance to make it happen. Join us this month for #CGASafetyMonth2024.”

Safety Month News

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Advancing Hydrogen Safety: CGA’s Recent Collaborations in the Clean Energy Transition

For nearly 70 years, the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) has been at the forefront of developing standards and guidance for the safe operation of hydrogen systems. As the global focus increasingly shifts towards hydrogen as a key tool in the effort to decarbonize, CGA is ensuring that its safety standards and resources are accessible to all those working in this critical field.

Publication Spotlight: G-4.14 Design, Manufacture, Installation, Operation and Maintenance of Valves Use in Liquid Oxygen and Cold Gaseous Oxygen Systems

Several severe incidents involving liquid oxygen valves with concentrations above 90 mol% oxygen have been traced to critical issues such as the use of incompatible materials, unsuitable lubricants, improper cleaning, ingress of impurities, and procedural failures. These incidents highlight the ongoing need for improvement in the fundamental knowledge of valve design, material selection, manufacturing, cleaning, installation, operation, maintenance, and storage processes for liquid oxygen service.

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Celebrating National Hydrogen Day: The Vital Role of Hydrogen Safety and Standards

Today, October 8, we celebrate National Hydrogen Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the importance of hydrogen as a key component of our clean energy future. At the Compressed Gas Association (CGA), we join the nation in celebrating this versatile and promising fuel while emphasizing the critical role that hydrogen safety and standards play in its continued development and use.

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