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EIGA 56/21 – Guide for the delivery of bulk carbon dioxide

06/05/2021 News

Refrigerated liquefied carbon dioxide has specific physical properties that present additional handling risks as compared to other cryogenic gases. This publication focuses on these risks and gives guidance on how they can be handled. This publication contains information and guidance for transport function personnel dealing with carbon dioxide. For further information on transport safety, refer […]

EIGA 141/21 – Planning oxygen supplies for respiratory patients when travelling

06/05/2021 News

This document provides advice to the Homecare Service Provider about the minimum safety precautions to be given to a patient when they require to use medical oxygen supply systems outside the home environment and whilst travelling. The advice can also be provided to the travel companies, such as airlines, train and bus operators and public […]

Trade body highlights technical guidance on oxygen to support the Covid-19 situation in India

28/04/2021 News

The British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA) has shared details of its online assets, which provide information on the safe and effective handling of oxygen, to the UK government to cascade to Indian authorities.

BCGA Virtual Conference and Awards reflect the gas sector’s vital role in the UK

26/04/2021 News Press Release

The value and significance of the nation's compressed gases sector were reinforced in the British Compressed Gases Association's (BCGA) digital conference and inaugural awards ceremony event.

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A statement on the BCGA response to the Covid-19 situation in India

26/04/2021 News

The British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA) represents companies and individuals involved in the manufacture, mixing, handling, sales, distribution, storage and transportation of compressed gases and equipment, as well as designers, consultants, academics and training providers.

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BCGA issue new Guidance Note 42 – Medical Gases. Incident reporting

20/04/2021 News Publications

This document provides information on the reporting systems available in the UK if there is an incident with, or a problem is identified with, a medicinal gas or its associated medical device.

The Dangerous Goods Emergency Action Code List 2021

19/04/2021 Publications

The Dangerous Goods Emergency Action Code (EAC) List has been produced by the National Chemical Emergency Centre (NCEC), in co-operation with the UK Home Office, and is published by TSO.

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BCGA issue Technical Information Sheet 28 – Non-refillable cylinders

16/04/2021 Publications

Non-refillable cylinders are widely used. They have similar hazards to other types of gas cylinders and are required to comply with the appropriate legislation and standards, as well as undergoing conformity assessment. Once empty they must not be refilled and must be disposed of responsibly.