Safety Regulations

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Operating with explosive and flammable substances is subject to varying national legislation which must be observed at all times. It is essential that established technological regulations and the legislation of the respective country are observed.
Observe the relevant national regulations when handling and disposing of hazardous substances (e.g. residual gas in the pressurized gas tanks).
At all workplaces in which hazardous substances are handled, the general national handling regulations of the hazardous substances legislation must be observed.
Observe the relevant environmental, health and work safety regulations regarding explosive and flammable substances.
In addition, the national legal requirements for other sectors such as accident prevention, hazardous substances legislation, hazardous goods, traffic and building regulations etc. must be observed.
Specific national legislation and guidelines for the respective country must be observed to ensure work safety.
For the prevention of fire and explosive hazards in conjunction with drilling, cutting, grinding, brazing or welding operations, working with a hot air blower or a flame cutter and material processing, the appropriate guidelines and regulations with regard to accident prevention issued by the specific national authorities must be observed.
When working on the gas system or the gas storage equipment, fire, naked flames, smoking and ignition sources are prohibited and sparks must not be generated. People's attention should be drawn to this by placing hazard-warning signs in the gas system repair area.
The prohibition of smoking must be clearly and permanently indicated by the presence of the relevant hazard-warning sign in the workshop and at access points.
When the gas system is being re-commissioned it must be checked whether the gas system and the pressurized gas tank are still accepted by the responsible authority (see gas container) and the maximum permitted operating period has not been exceeded.
If the testing deadline or the maximum operating period has been exceeded, the vehicle can continue to be used with the remaining system pressure, but must not be refuelled.
If possible, it should be ensured that pressurized gas tanks (natural gas) with the same expiry period are installed.
If a pressurized gas tank is found to be faulty or damaged so as to constitute a hazard for operators or third parties, it must be safely discharged without delay. If this is not possible, alternative, suitable measures for hazard prevention must be taken.
When the gas system is filled, the information in the relevant operating instructions for the vehicle and the refuelling system must be complied with. It must be checked whether the testing deadlines or the maximum operating period for the pressurized gas tank have been reached or have expired.
Avoid damage to gas system components such as the pressurized gas tank.
In order to protect the filler valve from damage, water and soiling, it must be closed again immediately after refuelling, emptying the gas system or carrying out leak testing.
A completely or partially assembled system must not be left unclosed.
The operation of CNG vehicles without gas storage systems is prohibited and results in the cancellation of type approval.
In the event of injury or feeling unwell due to contact with hazardous substances, medical attention must be sought immediately. If possible, the doctor must be informed of the type of hazardous substance involved.