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Re: exploding plastic storage tanks

As soon as someone gets seriously injured, I conjecture that FIRST will require metal tanks again. Those little tanks from Clippard are a pain in more ways than one, but FIRST HQ may have their hands bound by insurance should it happen.

I think the biggest mitigation moving forward is a pneumatic safety campaign. Perhaps we could come up with some standardized signage to post at events? Things like
  • Don't over-tighten fittings
  • Do not use Loctite on fittings
  • DO release pressure before adjusting
  • Unofficial Pneumatic Safety Consultants: ________
  • Teams who are willing to help with any pneumatic situation: _______

Any takers?
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