Stepping into Management Knowledge

H&S Training

1.01

Key Storage

EXPLAIN TO THE TEAM:

Safe access must always be maintained within the cellar, to do this the following rules must apply:  The climbing on kegs to change couplers is not permitted  There must always be a clear walkway to all beer kegs and couplers  The double stacking of kegs is permitted for 11gallon containers or below if necessary and must be one keg overlapping two kegs underneath to give extra stability.  30 litre European barrels that interlock may be stacked 3 high full or empty.  Empty barrels (9,11 and 18 gallon kegs only) are permitted to be double stacked, again with top container overlapping two containers below.

Gas Cylinder Dangers

ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: How should gas cylinders be stored? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER:  Full Gas cylinders must always be chained/strapped to the wall in an upright position  Only empty cylinders can be stored laid on the floor and must be wedged to stop them rolling  Only trained team members who have completed the BIAAB Approved Cellar course may change gas cylinders

 LPG cylinders (Barbeques / Patio Heaters) must never be stored in a cellar. The flammable gas is heavier than air and will not ventilate if there is a leak.

EXPLAIN TO THE GROUP:  Show the group the gas cylinders in use and how they are secured upright in a rack or chained to the wall (as appropriate). Also show how you store full cylinders secured upright and empties laid down and chocked.  Explain that the gas in the cylinder is held at extremely high pressure, therefore they must NEVER be tampered with or thrown/dropped or stored close to sources of heat. The gas must never be connected directly to beer containers; it must always pass through the regulator / reducing valve.

Safety Assurance March 2016

H & S Training 1.01