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:
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
Inappropriate storage locations would include; open porches or decks, near a furnace or water heater, and closets.
Manual:
Home Care
Chapter:
Environment of Care EC
First published date: April 11, 2016
This Standards FAQ was first published on this date.
This page was last updated on October 29, 2021
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