The main hazards are:
- Fire caused by heat, sparks, molten metal or direct contact with the flame;
- Explosion when cutting up or repairing tanks or drums which contain or may have contained flammable materials;
- Fire/explosion caused by gas leaks, backfires and flashbacks;
- Fumes created during flame cutting;
- Fire/burns resulting from misuse of oxygen;
- Burns from contact with the flame or hot metal;
- Crushing or impact injuries when handling and transporting cylinders
