§192.751. Prevention of accidental ignition.
49 C.F.R. § 192.751
Each operator shall take steps to minimize the danger of accidental ignition of gas in any structure or area where the presence of gas constitutes a hazard of fire or explosion, including the following:
When a hazardous amount of gas is being vented into open air, each potential source of ignition must be removed from the area and a fire extinguisher must be provided.
Gas or electric welding or cutting may not be performed on pipe or on pipe components that contain a combustible mixture of gas and air in the area of work.
Post warning signs, where appropriate.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Authority
Authority: 30 U.S.C. 185(w)(3), 49 U.S.C. 5103, 60101 et. seq., and 49 CFR 1.97.
Source
Source: 35 FR 13257, Aug. 19, 1970, unless otherwise noted.