Describe safety precautions with gas cutting and welding equipment for storage, transport and operation?

flowchart TD
    A[Storage] --> B[Upright & secured]
    A --> C[Separate O2/acetylene]
    A --> D[Well-ventilated]
    A --> E[No ignition sources]
    B --> F[Transport]
    F --> G[Protective caps on]
    F --> H[Valves closed]
    F --> I[Secured upright]
    I --> J[Operation]
    J --> K[Permit-to-work]
    J --> L[Welding helmet & eye shield]
    J --> M[Check combustibles]
    J --> N[Screens & close openings]
    J --> O[Gas-free certificate]

• Storage: upright, secured, separate oxygen/acetylene compartments, well-ventilated, no ignition sources, no smoking signs, protective caps on, valves closed when empty, free from oil/grease
• Transport: protective caps screwed on, valves closed, upright, secured against movement, away from heat/ignition sources
• Operation: permit-to-work, competent operator, personal protective equipment (welding helmet and eye shield), check for combustibles, screens for sparks, close openings, check far side of bulkheads, gas-free certificate for tanks, assistant in attendance, monitor for fumes/oxygen depletion
• Governing instruments: ILO Accident Prevention on Board Ship, UK COSWP 24-05, UK MGN 186/280/310, MS Act 2025 (India), ISM Code
• EOOW role: verify permit, check equipment, ensure personal protective equipment, monitor atmosphere, stop work if unsafe, report to Chief Engineer