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Compressed Gas and Equipment Hazard Recognition The following references aid in recognizing the hazards associated with compressed gas and equipment. Safety Alerts. Compressed Gas Association (CGA). Potential Carbon Dioxide (CO(2)) Asphyxiation Hazard When Filling Stationary Low Pressure CO(2) Supply Systems. OSHA Hazard Information Bulletin (HIB), (1996, June 5). Describes the potential asphyxiation hazard when carbon dioxide is dispensed to supply systems. The Use of Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe in Above Ground Installations. OSHA Hazard Information Bulletin (HIB), (1988, May 20). Describes the hazard when using polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe for transporting compressed gases.  Safety and  Health Topics     Compressed Gas and Equipment   OSHA Standards   Hazard Recognition   Hazard Evaluation and Control   Additional Information   Credits   Content Reviewed 02/13/2007

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