Gas supply and distribution systems. Specialty gases
Code of Practice CP 18
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Mechanical & Electrical Supplement
Series
Code of Practice
Abstract
Technical and safety principles for the safe storage and handling of special gases up to when the product is provided at the required pressure and flow with the user process. Guidelines on disposal are also given.
History
Revision 4, 2024. Supersedes Revision 3, 2014. Supersedes CoP 18 Revision 2, Safe storage, handling and use of special gases in the micro-electronics and other industries (BCGA, 2005).
Subjects
- Building services
- Liquid/gas supply
- Site safety
- Storage facilities
- Special subject areas
- Types of Spaces within buildings
- Building types
- Health and safety
- Gases
Publisher History
The British Compressed Gases Association is the British trade association representing the industrial gases industry. It publishes Guidance Notes and Codes of Practice covering safe practice in the handling and use of gases.
Information
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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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