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7 Oxygen Safety Tips

By , About.com GuideJanuary 30, 2013

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Do you use supplemental oxygen? And if so, do you use it safely, according to your oxygen supply company's instructions?

Under normal circumstances, oxygen is a safe, non-flammable gas. However, it does support combustion, meaning that if it comes into contact with a flame source, it could lead to fire.

If you have no clue how to use oxygen safely, or you just need a few tips to refresh your memory, check out the following:

7 Oxygen Safety Tips

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