Oxygen Cylinders - Patient Residence Storage
How should oxygen cylinders be stored in the patient's residence?
Any examples are for illustrative purposes only.
The three main issues to oxygen storage in a patient’s residence are:
Placement under the patient's bed would be acceptable if there are no bed coverings which prevent airflow and there is no heat source such as a radiator or air register (central air heating).
Inappropriate storage locations would include; open porches or decks, near a furnace or water heater, and closets.
The three main issues to oxygen storage in a patient’s residence are:
- Secured in an appropriate stand to prevent tipping and physical damage
- Placement away from heat sources
- Located with adequate ventilation
Placement under the patient's bed would be acceptable if there are no bed coverings which prevent airflow and there is no heat source such as a radiator or air register (central air heating).
Inappropriate storage locations would include; open porches or decks, near a furnace or water heater, and closets.
Last updated on May 28, 2020
Manual:
Home Care
Chapter:
Environment of Care EC
