| Course | Large (160L / 240L) Portable Liquefied Gas Dewar Handling[FN000475/OJ/01] |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites | None |
| Requal. Interval | One Time Only |
| Contact | Michael Zuckerbrot |
| Directive/Requirement | OSHA General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1) of the 1970 Law |
| Authorized Instructors | Peter Simon (PPD), Greg Johnson (APS-TD/CS), Craig Rogers (PPD) |
| Reference Material | Dewar Cart Training Handout |
| Target Audience | Individuals who move portable liquefied gas dewars ranging in size from 160 L to 240 L |
| Objective | Recognize hazards associated with handling and moving large portable dewars; provide information on the devices and methods available for use when moving large dewars and the safe use of those devices; provide hands-on experience moving a dewar with the type(s) of cart(s) or rigging method with a crane that the individual will be expected to use. |
| Course Content | Course is presented by knowledgeable D/S/C personnel designated as authorized trainers. The course consists of two parts: (1) Review of a handout providing information on hazards associated with handling and moving large portable dewars, information on the devices available for use when moving large dewars, and the safe use of those devices; and (2) Hands-on practice using dewar carts or rigging methods to move dewars under the supervision of the authorized trainer. |
| Instructor's Comments | Handout; carts or rigging equipment used in Div/Sect where training is given |