Discussion on the Cryogenics Safety Manual

The use of cryogenic liquids is a world-wide activity which involves many different sectors of industry. In 1970 the Safety Panel of the British Cryogenics Council published the Cryogenics Safety Manual which condensed the safety principles of the different industry sectors and set out a guide to good practice. The manual was revised in 1982 and a further revision is proposed for 1988 to reflect current operating practices in the handling of cryogenic liquids. The Manual is now widely regarded as required reading for engineers involved in cryogenic applications. This paper describes the role of the Manual as a training guide and highlights the significant changes proposed in the latest revision.