Social Responsibility :: HSE Policy(CNG)

Introduction of the CNG installation : CNG is supplied to vehicle at the CNG stations. CNG Stations are developed all over Delhi. The CNG Stations have Safety arrangements as per OISD-179, NFPA-52.   Introducing CNG Kit: - CNG kit is installed in vehicles operating on CNG. CNG cylinders are installed under chassis / dickey at vehicles to store fuel. High-pressure tubing is connecting the cylinders and engine. A low-pressure regulator is installed to supply Gas to engine as per need. A refueling connector is provide for refueling gas in the vehicle. A low-pressure hose is supplying gas from regulator to engine. sketch is given below. Safety during driving a CNG vehicle :

	Stop dispensing.
	Try to stop gas leakage by closing valve of cylinder.
	Do not start the engine, keep ignition off.
	Remove all vehicles out of station by manual pushing.
	Push leaking vehicles to a place out side the station in open Air.
	Inform Area Control Room, Fire & Safety Officer.
	Ensure no smoking / Matchbox / spark near leaking vehicle.
	Keep public away from the vehicle.
	If stoppage of gas is not possible release the same in controlled and safe manner to atmosphere.

	Stop Gas dispensing and compressor.
	Isolation of gas supply.
	Close suction valve and discharge valve of compressor.
	Isolation of storage cascade by closing valve.
	Isolation of dispenser by closing valve.
	Cut off power supply from electrical panel room.
	Use fire extinguisher to extinguish fire.
	Keep public away from the vehicle.
	Simultaneously inform: -and safe manner to atmosphere.
	Fire service 101. Delhi Police 101.
	In case of casualty, call Ambulance 102,1099.
	Remove all vehicles out of station.
	Place “Danger Board”.
	Debar entry for unauthorized/unwanted person at station.
	Inform fire & safety at 9350200441.
	Assist IGL Delhi fire service & Police.

	Any vehicle using CNG has to follow the required conditions mentioned in the Central Motor Vehicle Rules.
	Endorsement of CNG or bi-fuel mode in Registration Certificate from vehicle.
	Annual checking of the CNG Kit and keep a certificate.
	CNG Cylinder has to follow the Gas cylinder rules and has to be hydro tested once in 5 years and keep a certificate.
	Certificate of CNG Kit, Fitness and hydrotest to be possessed by the driver all the time.

Cylinder safety

	Don’t change the color of the cylinder.
	If safety disc has burst, replace it with genuine one do not allow make shift arrangements.
	Conduct hydroteste once in 5 year.
	No oil, Grease or lubricant to be used for cylinder.
	No repair to be done on cylinder and valves.
	Always maintain cylinders in good condition.
	Do not allow any cylinder for heat treatment.
	Observe all precautions to prevent fire and explosion.
	Get the cylinder hydrotest after any accident.

Daily safety checks

1) Check cylinder clamps are tight and cylinder fixed properly and safely.
2) Cylinder valve are safe and valve wheel in place.
3) Tubing is intact and supported properly.
4) Check the leak by using soap solution.

Safety during refilling Gas: -

1) Vehicle is parked in front of the dispenser in correct position.
2) Engine is switched off and ignition key removed.
3) No one inside the vehicle.
4) All electrical system of the vehicle should be in off position.
5) Use of mobile phones and other battery operated devices not allowed at CNG station.
6) No audible leakage from the CNG system before / during / after the refilling of the gas.
7) Only one vehicle should is allowed inside station premises for each refueling point at a time.
8) No person other than vehicle driver to be allowed at the station while refilling of Gas.
9) Pressure in the cylinder not to be more than 200 kg/cm2.
10) Ensure gas filling nozzle is detached before taking away the vehicle after refueling
11) Always follow station employee’s instructions.