WAC 296-307-48029. Manifolding portable outlet headers

(1) Portable outlet headers must not be used indoors except for temporary service where the conditions preclude a direct supply from outlets located on the service piping system. (2) Each outlet on the service piping from which oxygen or fuel-gas is withdrawn to supply a portable outlet header must have a readily accessible shut-off valve. (3) Hose and hose connections used for connecting the portable outlet header to the service piping must meet the requirements of WAC 296-307-48051 . (4) Master shut-off valves for both oxygen and fuel-gas must be provided at the entry end of the portable outlet header. (5) Portable outlet headers for fuel-gas service must have an approved hydraulic back-pressure valve installed at the inlet and preceding the service outlets, unless an approved pressure-reducing regulator, an approved backflow check valve, or an approved hydraulic back-pressure valve is installed at each outlet. Outlets provided on headers for oxygen service may be fitted for use with pressure-reducing regulators or for direct hose connection. (6) Each service outlet on portable outlet headers must have a valve assembly that includes a detachable outlet seal cap, chained or otherwise attached to the body of the valve. (7) Materials and fabrication procedures for portable outlet headers must comply with WAC 296-307-48033 , 296-307-48035 , and 296-307-48041 . (8) Portable outlet headers must have frames that will support the equipment securely in the correct operating position and protect them from damage during handling and operation.