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New Course for 2020 – CP47 Single Cylinder Inspection Module
CP47 Single Cylinder Inspection Module Successful completion of this module will enable operators to carry out inspections on individual cylinders and mobile pressure equipment. BCGA CP47 states that it is essential that at least an annual inspection is carried out on individual portable or mobile pressure equipment. All delegates will receive instruction on the correct […]
Safety in the Workplace – The Human Factor
Safety in the Workplace – The Human Factor Human Factors can play a huge part in accidents and near misses within the workplace. When it comes to the safe use of compressed gases, effective training and the sharing of information play a crucial role in reducing risks caused by Human Factors. In the UK we […]
Proactive Gas Safety on show…
The Health & Safety Event 2018 What an exciting week week for Proactive Gas Safety… Following on from the success of 2017’s stand, we exhibited again at the Health and Safety Event NEC from 10-12th April. It was great to meet and chat with safety professionals from the industry, meet up with familiar faces and reach exciting new contacts. As […]
Compressed gases in an enclosed space
The management of risk when using compressed gases in enclosed workplaces. Guidance Note 11 – Revision 4: 2018 from the British Compressed Gases Association This publication provides guidance that can be used in the assessment of risk associated with gases in enclosed workplaces. To help identify where hazardous atmospheres may occur and to advise on control measures that may be […]
Gas Cylinders in Fires – Guidance from the BCGA
Gas Cylinders in Fires – What you Should Know Gas cylinders are designed to contain gases under pressure. However, cylinders are at risk of failure and may rupture due to the combined effects of increasing pressure and weakening of the cylinder wall when exposed to extreme heat – therefore it is important that users understand how to respond in the […]
Gas Bottle Storage
The safe storage of gas cylinders is the starting point to working safely with compressed gases To assist in the day to day management of your gas store PGS have created ‘Know Your Stores’ available to download as a PDF and to purchase from our shop. For those tasked with the planning and construction of a compressed gas cylinder storage facility, […]
Helen’s Sahara Trek for St Luke’s Hospice
Helen’s Trek Sahara Challenge In October 2017 PGS commercial director Helen Brewin will take on a 50km Sahara Trek raising funds for our local hospice, St Luke’s in Winsford, Cheshire. Helen decided to take on the challenge in memory of her Dad who passed away last year. In addition, Helen wanted to set herself a challenge in her 60th year St Luke’s […]
Oxy-fuel gas safety training and practical cutting for the automotive industry.
Halfords Autocentres and PGS Training Oxy-fuel gas safety training and practical cutting for the automotive industry. Earlier this year PGS were delighted to win a contract to deliver training to 750+ Halfords Autocentre Colleagues. PGS were uniquely placed to deliver nationally accredited gas safety training for users of oxy-fuel gases (oxygen & acetylene) and equipment including practical cutting skills to […]
Understanding regulator date codes
Regulator Date Codes In order to comply with best practice it is necessary to replace your pressure regulator at least 5 years after manufacture, or in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. Although manufacturers and suppliers of regulators are not required to date mark regulators many adopt the best practice of doing so. Various systems of date marking may be used, making […]
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