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.
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 (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.
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.
The British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA), has joined forces with Primary Engineer to ‘bridge the gap' between education and industry.
The European Industrial Gases Association (EIGA) have published their latest newsletter.
This publication provides guidance on assessing the competency of personnel who are required to undertake periodic inspection and testing of gas cylinders.
The 2021 Edition of ADR has been published and may be used from 1st January. There is a six month transition period before ADR become mandatory on 1st July 2021.
