GB 17266-1998 Safety Technical Conditions for Acetylene Filling Station
Acetylene filling station is a special facility located in a certain position in the production and operation process of compressed gas equipment. The facility plays an important role in ensuring the safety of the equipment when producing acetylene and other gases. In order to ensure the safety of compressed gas cylinders and its reliability when used, this standard has been formulated.
This standard applies to acetylene filling stations for producing acetylene and other gases of similar type. It is applicable to both the new construction and for the upgrades of existing filling station.
This standard sets out the requirements for acetylene filling station such as the design, selection and placement of equipment, personnel training and conditions for safe operation, quality control management, as well as inspection and maintenance requirements.
1. Design of acetylene filling station
The design of acetylene filling station should be based on safety and economy, aiming to ensure safety in production, convenience of operation and maintenance, as well as meeting the requirements of the process needs. The design of the acetylene filling station should include the working conditions and pressure levels of acetylene and other gases, the structure of the station, the type and quantity of equipment, layout, safety systems and safety equipment.
2. Selection and placement of equipment
The equipment used in acetylene filling station should be designed and manufactured according to the applicable standards and technical requirements of the industry and should be suitable for the process requirements. The selection and placement of the equipment should meet the following requirements:
(1) the equipment should be determined according to the maximum amount of acetylene and other gases for filling;
(2) the equipment should be placed in a safe and ventilated location, and the oxygen and acetylene cylinders should be stored apart from each other;
(3) the aisle should be wide enough to cross with space for accessing equipment;
(4) all of the equipment should be firmly mounted and locked to prevent accidental movement.
3. Personnel training and conditions for safe operations
All personnel who are employed to operate the acetylene filling station should be trained and certified on the procedures of the process and should have a good knowledge of the processes, equipment and safety practices. All personnel should also be familiar with the emergency handling procedures in the event of a safety incident.
The safety operations at the acetylene filling station should comply with the industry safety procedures. The operations should include regular checks on the equipment, the acquisition and storage of material, the treatment of hazardous materials in the process, the speed and quantity of gas that is being filled, the operating temperature and pressure levels, as well as the operation of safety systems.
4. Quality control management system
The quality control management system for acetylene filling station should be established and maintained in order to ensure the safe and reliable operation at all times. The system should include the following aspects:
(1) Establish a gas cylinder inspection and maintenance system, and ensure that all cylinders have been inspected and have passed the examination;
(2) Establish a safety management system, which should include the safety supervision of the operations, the recording and monitoring of the operations, regular checks and assessment of the operations, and ensuring that the necessary safety equipment and devices are in place;
(3) Establish a quality control system, which should include regularly scheduled tests on the quality of the gases and materials used, as well as regular assessments of the overall quality of the operations;
(4) Establish a plant operation diary, including all of the operations that are being carried out.
These measures should help minimize the risk of safety incidents and ensure that the acetylene filling station is running safely at all times.
5. Inspection and maintenance
The acetylene filling station should be inspected and maintained regularly to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the station. The inspection and maintenance should include the inspection and maintenance of all the equipment and safety systems, as well as the periodic inspection of the acetylene and other gas types used.
The inspection and maintenance should also include the monitoring of the oxygen and acetylene cylinders, the storage and handling of the gases, and maintenance on the equipment. All personnel should be familiar with the procedures required for inspection and maintenance and should follow them as closely as possible.
Conclusion
This standard sets out the requirements for acetylene filling station in order to ensure the safe and reliable operation. The importance of following these requirements cannot be overstated as they are essential to ensure the safety of the equipment, the personnel, and the environment. Inspector and maintenance activities should be carried out regularly to ensure that the station is running safely at all times.
