This standard is primarily for the users of compressed gases in containers and is based upon accepted good practices. This standard also contains precautions that are applicable to gas suppliers and distributors. It should not be assumed that all applicable safety and security precautions or regulations are contained here.

The term “container” as used in this publication shall refer to portable compressed gas cylinders and liquid containers made in accordance with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Transport Canada (TC), or the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) specifications.

Additional information on the movement and handling of liquid containers with wheel bases can be found in CGA P-84, Guideline for Safe Handling of Liquid Containers on Wheel Bases.

Additional information and requirements contained in CGA P-2, Guideline for Characteristics and Safe Handling of Medical Gases, and other related publications it references should be reviewed when handling medical gases.

For the purpose of this publication, the use of the term compressed gas(es) includes cryogenic liquids, refrigerated liquids, and liquefied gases, unless otherwise noted.