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Risks and hazards associated to Nitrox/Oxygen use:
IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT ALL SAFETY PROCEDURES BE FOLLOWED WHEN HANDLING CYLINDERS CONTAINING ANY INCREASED LEVEL OF OXYGEN. FOR FULL DETAILS OF RECOMMENDED PRECAUTIONS VIEW:
BOC’S OXYGEN USE SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS HERE (IN PARTICULAR FROM PAGE 9 ONWARDS).
THIS INFORMATION IS VERY RELEVANT TO CYLINDERS CONTAINING HIGH CONCENTRATION OXYGEN/NITROX MIXES...
The gas flowing through the RescuEAN Pod is at low pressure when entering the Pod as it has passed through a 1st stage - therefore the friction risk is greatly reduced.
As the Oxygen concentration in a cylinder can vary greatly - common sense and safety procedures (Please also refer to your Diving Certifier’s Guidelines for use of higher Oxygen concentrations) should make the use of the Pod safe for both the rescuer and the casualty.
These include:
- Avoid open flames. Do not use high concentrations of Nitrox or Oxygen within three metres/10 feet of open flames, cigarettes or other ignition sources.
- Keep high concentrations of Nitrox or Oxygen away from electrical equipment that may spark and use only in well-ventilated areas. In closed areas, Oxygen concentration can build up, resulting in a more combustible atmosphere.
- Keep all petroleum and hydrocarbon products (e.g., grease, oil, etc.) away from direct contact with high concentrations of Nitrox or Oxygen. Never use petroleum, silicone grease or oil on the RescuEAN Pod or on any Nitrox/Oxygen cylinders or regulators. High concentrations of Nitrox or Oxygen use equipment require special lubricants ONLY.
- Keep Nitrox and Oxygen cylinders away from heat sources.
When carrying cylinders, use both hands around the cylinder and avoid holding the cylinder by the valve because this can leave behind potentially combustible contaminates, including dirt and skin oil.
