Frequently Asked Questions
What are cylinder tags used for?
Cylinder tags mark status and handling: Full / In-Use / Empty, contents, inspection date, and owner/area. A cylinder tag fixed at the neck or valve improves tracking, storage rotation, and safety communication.
What information must be on a gas cylinder tag or label to meet safety rules?
Gas name (product ID), status (Full/In-Use/Empty), key hazards/precautions, owner/contact, date/initials. Labels require GHS elements (signal word, pictograms) under HazCom; cylinder tags support local control and inspections.
Are cylinder tags required by OSHA, and which standards apply?
OSHA mandates identification and hazard communication, not a single tag format. Cylinder tags are best practice. Relevant rules: 29 CFR 1910.1200 (HazCom) and 1910.101/1910.253 for compressed gases; CGA guidance informs cylinder safety tags.