Burst Discs
Cylinders and Fires; Why some go boom and others just poof
When cylinders are exposed to fires, why do some of them explode and others do not?
Don Kinney
March 5, 2021
Cylinder
Cylinder Ruptures in U.S. cause fatalities
Cylinders rupture all over the world, for many reasons. Some people believe that since it happens in some countries, it wont happen to them in their country. People handling cylinders become too comfortable . Constant training will help avoid accidents, investigations and civil litigation.
Don Kinney
December 21, 2020
Cylinder
Father witnesses two sons killed moving an Oxygen cylinder
Father witnesses two sons killed when moving an oxygen cylinder. There was no training and the adult sons were just trying to help.
Don Kinney
November 24, 2020
Cylinder
Do Not condemn a Good Cylinder
Don’t condemn a perfectly good cylinder. Learn to tell the difference between a TAP stop and a crack.
Don Kinney
September 20, 2020
Cylinder Safety
One fatality and $890,000 fine when safety is ignored
Failing to follow basic cylinder handling procedures caused loss of life, damage and a large court fine. Uncapped cylinders fell over, causing a cascade effect.
Don Kinney
August 2, 2020
Cylinder Safety
$26,000 Fine for Cylinder, Lack of Training and Debris
In the United States, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), regulates and investigates workplace safety. Most countries have their equivalent of OSHA which works in a similar manner. OSHA may conduct random checks, follow up on registered complaints or investigate accidents involving the safety of workers.
Don Kinney
June 6, 2020
