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1
Q

Although oxygen does not burn___

A

it does support combustion.

2
Q

Do not allow post valves, regulators, gauges, and fittings to come into contact with

A

oils, greases, organic lubricants, rubber or any other combustible substance.

3
Q

How often will the post valve gasket be replaced?

A

Every time an oxygen bottle is refilled.

4
Q

The old gasket is discarded and replaced with a new gasket. A bag containing __ post valve gaskets will be carried in every medical kit on every apparatus.

A

20 post valve gaskets

5
Q

What should be used to cover post valves on all spare bottles not in use.

A

Green 3 inch plastic sleeve caps

6
Q

The post valve gasket and the plastic sleeve caps can be replenished by

A

ordering them on the monthly EMS supplies form.

7
Q

Oxygen Cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every __ years

A

5 years

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