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For medium sized cylinders.
Straight answers to the questions people ask most when choosing and using gas bottle trolleys.
Cylinders come in several sizes, so check the diameter and height of yours against the trolley's specification. Trolleys are made for full-size cylinders, for smaller ones, or for a particular combination of gases, and a cylinder that is too small for a trolley will not sit or be held securely.Measure the cylinders you use now and any you may move to later. Check also that the securing chains or straps are long enough and that the base of the trolley is the right size for the cylinder.
A gas cylinder is tall, heavy and narrow, so it can fall over very easily. A falling cylinder can injure someone, and can damage the valve or regulator, which is serious with high-pressure gas.Always secure each cylinder to the trolley with the chain or strap provided, and keep it secured when the trolley is stationary and in use as well as when moving. Check that the chain is intact, the fastening works and the cylinder is held snugly.
Follow your site procedure and the advice of your gas supplier, because the right practice depends on the equipment, the distance and the ground. For a short move on a level floor, equipment is often moved with the cylinder valves closed and the hoses and torch secured so they cannot snag or be pulled.For longer moves, rough ground, steps or vehicles, the usual safe practice is to close the valves, release the pressure and remove the regulator, then fit the valve protection cap where the cylinder has one. Check your gas supplier's guidance and your risk assessment for your own set-up.
Tilt it back gently so the weight is on the wheels, and move it at a walking pace, pushing it ahead of you rather than pulling it. Plan the route first and keep clear of slopes, kerbs, steps and uneven ground.A loaded twin trolley is heavy, so use the handle, keep your back straight, and get help or use a suitable lifting aid for steps and vehicles. Manual handling risks should form part of your risk assessment, and the HSE publishes general guidance on safe handling.
