Do you also carry domestic or commercial gas cylinders on a bike or car? Is it illegal?

New Delhi: There is no need to tell how much use domestic gas or commercial cylinders have in a person’s life. That is why the rising prices of gas cylinders have a great impact on our pockets. Gas cylinders are also used very carefully, because a mistake can prove to be very costly. In India, you must have seen domestic gas cylinders being carried sometimes on a bike or sometimes in a car, but do you know whether it is illegal to carry it on a cart? If not, then what are its rules? Let’s know everything.Transportation of cylinders
➤If you are carrying a cylinder filled with CNG gas, then you need to be careful. Never carry these cylinders on a bicycle or any two-wheeler.
➤If it is a domestic gas cylinder or a commercial one and you are carrying it in a car or bike, then also you need to be careful. Never carry cylinders in a straight vertical position.
➤While transporting cylinders in a car or bike, there should not be much jerk or jolt. Also ensure that there are no sharp protrusions inside the vehicle.
➤Cylinders containing flammable gases will not be transported.
➤ Shall be secured in such a manner that they do not move, collide with each other or fall.

pay attention to these things too
➤Use lashing straps, anti-slip mats or special holders to secure cylinders to prevent them from moving during transport.
➤Move the cylinders to the upright position.
➤Transport cylinders in a well-ventilated vehicle.
➤Whether the cylinder is full or empty, always use the protective cap on the gas cylinder valve.
➤Do not drop the cylinders or allow objects to hit them.
➤Remove the cylinders from the vehicle once you reach the destination.
➤Limit the number of cylinders as much as possible.
➤Even if the cylinder is empty, it may still contain a small amount of gas.
➤Do not carry damaged or leaking cylinders.
➤Load the cylinder some time before starting your journey.