exploding plastic storage tanks

[JesseK]

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?