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Chemical Safety Standards
Safety standards for chemical production facilities, refineries, petroleum, and related industries are grouped below as an overview of standards commonly used in chemical plants, oil platforms, refineries, and other chemical production and processing sites. Health and safety professionals working in these industries as well as those workers and managers responsible for operations, facility management, testing, and production or R&D as well those providing goods or services to these industries should familiarize themselves with these standards and be operating in accordance with them.
NFPA 2-2020
NFPA 2 Hydrogen Technologies Code, 2020 edition
The purpose of this code shall be to provide fundamental safeguards for the generation, installation, storage, piping, use, and handling of hydrogen in compressed gas (GH2) form or cryogenic liquid (LH2) form.
NACE Standard RP0391-2001
Materials for the Handling of Concentrat
This standard practice provides information for use in the design and selection of materials used in the handling and storage of commercial concentrated sulfuric acid (H2SO4) at ambient temperatures. The term ambient is intended to include temperatures up to 50°C (120°F). THis standard is maintained by Task Group 372.
NACE SP0273-2016
Handling and Proper Usage of Inhibited Oilfield Acids
This standard practice outlines methods and procedures for the handling and use of inhibited hydrochloric acid for oilfield applications. This standard presents guidelines for minimizing acid corrosion, including general corrosion, pitting, and stress corrosion cracking (SCC), in the oil field. Topics covered include preparation of the well, preparation of the acid solution, acid solution pumping and injection, and return fluids handling. This standard is maintained by Task Goup 496.
CGA G-14-2017
Nitrogen Trifluoride - 3rd Edition
Because of its widespread use and its potential for mishandling, this publication has been written and is intended for suppliers, distributors, and users of nitrogen trifluoride and its handling equipment. This publication provides a description of the potential hazards involved in handling nitrogen trifluoride and the guidelines to be taken to minimize risk potential.
CGA G-15-2018
Fluorine and Fluorine Mixtures with Inert Gases - Second Edition
This publication is for gaseous fluorine and mixtures of fluorine with inert gases where the resulting fluorine concentrations of equal to and greater than 0.5% fluorine are considered to present a risk of reaction due to the oxidizing potential. It is intended for the suppliers, distributors, and users of fluorine and fluorine mixtures and the associated handling equipment. It sets out to provide a good understanding of the potential hazards involved in storage, use and transportation of compressed fluorine and its mixtures with inert gases and the approach to be taken to minimize the risk of incidents. This publication does not cover the manufacture, purification, liquefaction, or analysis of fluorine or its mixtures with inert gases, although the general guidance given is also relevant to these processes. Within Appendix 2 of this publication is an audit checklist.
CGA G-16-2018
Arsine - 2nd Edition
This publication is intended for the suppliers, distributors, and users of arsine and its handling equipment. The publication includes guidance for design of equipment, selection of cylinders and valves, and handling controls and safety practices. Guidelines on the operational steps associated with the use of arsine and arsine mixtures as well as fire protection, gas detection, ventilation, and related safeguards are also included.
CGA G-4-2015 (R2020)
Oxygen - 11th edition
This publication provides information regarding the characteristics and safe handling of oxygen. Requests for specialized technical information should be directed to any one of the manufacturers of this gas. This publication is intended primarily for users of oxygen and some of the requirements do not apply to manufacturers or distributors of this gas.
CGA G-6.4-2015
Safe Transfer of Liquefied Carbon Dioxide in Insulated Cargo Tanks, Tank Cars, and Portable Containers - Fourth Edition
The information contained in this publication is provided as a guide for personnel involved in transferring liquid carbon dioxide or in safety and training.
CGA G-6.8-2016
Transfilling and Safe Handling of Small Carbon Dioxide Cylinders
This publication covers the filling of small carbon dioxide cylinders having a maximum capacity of 110 in3 (1.80 L) of water. Its primary purpose is to provide information to personnel engaged in transfilling, handling, and transporting small carbon dioxide cylinders that have been transfilled from another uninsulated cylinder.
CGA G-6-2009
Carbon Dioxide
Includes the physical and chemical properties, physiology, toxicity, special hazards, production, regulations, storage, handling, and applications of carbon dioxide.
CGA P-1-2015
Standard for Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers - 12th Edition
Users of compressed gas shall become familiar with the properties and inherent hazards of the products they use. Valuable information about each specific gas is contained in its product labeling and safety data sheet (SDS). Read this information and inform others of the importance of understanding and applying the precautions established within the available safety literature.
CGA P-12-2017
Safe Handling of Cryogenic Liquids - Sixth Edition
This publication provides general information about the properties, transportation, storage, safe handling, and safe use of the cryogenic liquids commonly used by industry and institutions.
CGA P-9 (fifth edition)
The Inert Gases: Argon, Nitrogen, and Helium
The purpose of this publication is to present information regarding the characteristics and handling of the three major inert gases - argon, nitrogen, and helium.
CGA P-71-2017
Standard for the Safe Movement of Portable Cylinder Banks - First Edition
(Formerly CGA SB-32). This standard provides requirements for the safe movement of portable cylinder banks
CGA V-21-2019
Torque Guidelines for Sealing CGA Valve Outlet Connections (Formerly TB-14)
This publication provides fillers and users of compressed gases with torque guidelines for sealing various CGA cylinder valve outlet connections except for the 630/710 connections covered in CGA V-17, Guideline for Handling and Use of CGA 630/710 Series Ultra High Integrity Service Connections, medical yoke connections, medical DISS connections, scuba connections, and residual pressure valve (RPV) connections. By following these guidelines, users can expect to reduce leaks and damage to the connections.
CGA G-5-2017
Hydrogen - 8th Edition
This publication provides information on the physical and chemical properties of hydrogen and proper handling and use. It is intended to provide background information for personnel involved in the manufacture, distribution, and use of hydrogen. Additional technical information can be obtained from hydrogen gas manufacturers.
CGA G-12-2018
Hydrogen Sulfide - 5th Edition
This publication provides information regarding the properties, manufacture, shipping, storage, handling, and use of hydrogen sulfide. It also describes many of the related regulatory requirements and safe practices in the United States and Canada. This information is intended to complement but not supplant national, state, provincial, territorial, municipal, and insurance company codes and requirements.
CGA G-6.9-2019
Dry Ice - 4th Edition
This publication provides information on dry ice production, regulations, storage, handling, and applications, including direct food contact. This information is applicable to users, producers, and distributors. More information on the various aspects of dry ice and its transportation and use can be found in the references cited in this publication, which are listed in Section 11.
AGA X08614
Introduction to LNG for Personnel Safety
A guide for operators, supervisors and plant-safety personnel for basic training in safety at LNG plants. Also provides guidance for planning and implementing basic safety programs at LNG facilities. 53 pages. 1986.
AGA X09608
Introduction to LPG Safety for Propane-Air Plant Operators
Offers safety guidelines in LPG storage and handling for propane-air plant owners and operators. Also useful to make safety professionals familiar with LPG safety in propane-air plants. Softbound, 64 pages.
ANSI/ISA 12.27.01-2011
Requirements for Process Sealing Between Electrical Systems and Flammable or Combustible Process Fluids
This document provides specific requirements for process sealing between electrical systems and flammable or combustible process fluids where a failure could allow the migration of process fluids directly into the electrical system. This document contains requirements for construction and testing of single seal equipment, dual seal equipment, and add-on secondary seals.
AS/NZS 2243.10:2004
Safety in laboratories - Storage of chemicals (FOREIGN STANDARD)
Specifies procedures and requirements for the segregation and storage of chemicals in laboratories and stores associated with laboratories.
NFPA 91-2020
NFPA 91 Standard for Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Particulate Solids, 2020 edition
This standard provides minimum requirements for the design, construction, installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of exhaust systems for air conveying of vapors, gases, mists, and particulate solids as they relate to fire and/or explosion prevention, except as modified or amplified by other applicable NFPA standards. This standard does not cover exhaust systems for conveying combustible particulate solids that are covered in other NFPA standards (see A.1.1).
ASME B20.1-2021
Safety Standard for Conveyors and Related Equipment
B20.1 applies to the design, construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and operation of conveyors and conveying systems in relation to hazards. The conveyors may be of the bulk material, package, or unit handling types where the installation is
ASME B31.4-2019
Pipeline Transportation Systems for Liquids and Slurries
ASME has been defining piping safety since 1922. ASME B31.4 prescribes requirements for the design, materials, construction, assembly, inspection, testing, operation, and maintenance of liquid pipeline systems between production fields or facilities, tank farms, above- or belowground storage facilities, natural gas processing plants, refineries, pump stations, ammonia plants, terminals (marine, rail, and truck), and other delivery and receiving points, as well as pipelines transporting liquids within pump stations, tank farms, and terminals associated with liquid pipeline systems. This Code also prescribes requirements for the design, materials, construction, assembly, inspection, testing, operation, and maintenance of piping transporting aqueous slurries of nonhazardous materials such as coal, mineral ores, concentrates, and other solid materials, between a slurry processing plant or terminal and a receiving plant or terminal. Piping here consists of pipe, flanges, bolting, gaskets, valves, relief devices, fittings, and the pressure containing parts of other piping components. It also includes hangers and supports, and other equipment items necessary to prevent overstressing the pressure containing parts. It does not include support structures such as frames of buildings, stanchions, or foundations, or any equipment Also included within the scope of this Code are: (a) primary and associated auxiliary liquid petroleum and liquid anhydrous ammonia piping at pipeline terminals (marine, rail, and truck), tank farms, pump stations, pressure-reducing stations, and metering stations, including scraper traps, strainers, and prover loops (b) storage and working tanks, including pipe-type storage fabricated from pipe and fittings, and piping interconnecting these facilities (c) liquid petroleum and liquid anhydrous ammonia piping located on property that has been set aside for such piping within petroleum refinery, natural gasoline, gas processing, ammonia, and bulk plants (d) those aspects of operation and maintenance of liquid pipeline systems relating to the safety and protection of the general public, operating company personnel, environment, property, and the piping systems Key changes to this revision include a revised scope and updates to the stress section in Chapter II. A new paragraph has been added in Chapter III for material requirements in low-temperature applications. In addition, changes have been included throughout to reference minimum wall thickness requirements as permitted by manufacturing specifications. Careful application of these ASME B31 standards will help users to comply with applicable regulations within their jurisdictions, while achieving the operational, cost and safety benefits to be gained from the many industry best-practices detailed within these volumes. Intended for liquid pipeline designers, owners, regulators, inspectors, and manufacturers. Primary industries served include those for carbon dioxide, liquid alcohol, liquid anhydrous ammonia, and liquid petroleum products.
ASTM E50-17
Standard Practices for Apparatus, Reagents, and Safety Considerations for Chemical Analysis of Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
1.1 These practices cover laboratory apparatus and reagents that are required for the chemical analysis of metals, ores and related materials by standard methods of ASTM. Detailed descriptions of recommended apparatus and detailed instructions for the preparation of standard solutions and certain nonstandardized reagents will be found listed or specified in the individual methods of analysis. Included here are general recommendations on the purity of reagents and protective measures for the use of hazardous reagents. 1.2 These recommendations are intended to apply to the ASTM methods of chemical analysis of metals when definite reference is made to these practices, as covered in Section 4 . 1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific hazards are given in Section 8 . Note 1: The use of the verb shall (with its obligatory third person meaning) in this standard has been confined to those aspects of laboratory safety where regulatory requirements are known to exist. Such regulations, however, are beyond the scope of these practices. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
DIN EN 14470-1:2004
Fire safety storage cabinets - Part 1: Safety storage cabinets for flammable liquids (FOREIGN STANDARD) (FOREIGN STANDARD)
The European Standard specifies classification, safety requirements and their testing, marking and requirements to the user information of safety cupboards up to 1 cubicmeter volume for the storage of flammabe liquids in laboratories and other working rooms.
DIN EN 14470-2:2006
Fire safety storage cabinets - Part 2: Safety cabinets for pressurised gas cylinders; German version EN 14470-2:2006 (FOREIGN STANDARD)
The standard specifies requirements and test methods for fire safe cabinets for the storage of gas cylinders in laboratory and working rooms. Based on a fire test, a classification of the cabinets can be performed.
