In addition to NFPA 58, §§5.2.1.1, 7.2.2.16, and 5.2.2, before filling a container or cylinder, the individual filling the container or cylinder shall conduct a visual inspection of the exposed, readily accessible areas of the container or cylinder for any obvious defects. Where the container or cylinder is dented, bulged, gouged, or corroded such that the integrity of the container or cylinder is substantially reduced, such container or cylinder shall not be filled.

Source Note: The provisions of this §9.137 adopted to be effective February 1, 2001, 26 TexReg 947; amended to be effective September 29, 2003, 28 TexReg 8318; amended to be effective February 1, 2008, 33 TexReg 122; amended to be effective January 6, 2020, 45 TexReg 127