Section 408.11253. Hoses and connections.  


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  • (1) Only approved hose and connections shall be used. A hose connection shall be fastened to withstand twice  the  working  pressure without leaking, but not less than 300 psig (2070 kPa). Oil-free air or an oil-free inert gas shall be used for the test.

    (2)   Parallel lengths of hose taped together shall have not  more    than     4 inches out of each 12 covered by tape.

    (3)   Parallel hoses shall be color coded as follows:

    (a)   Red--fuel gases.

    (b)   Green--oxygen.

    (c)   Black--inert gas or air.

    (4)   A hose shall be repaired or replaced when it    shows   burns,   leaks, worn places or other defects which could affect the safety  of  employees.

History: 1979 AC.