It is strongly recommended to use a University vehicle when transporting potentially dangerous materials by vehicle. Per the MSU Office of Risk Management and Insurance, If an MSU employee uses their personal vehicle for University business and an accident or some other damage should occur, the employee would need to look to their own insurance for both the physical damage of their vehicle and liability coverage (damage they may cause). See Vehicle Usage
Cryogenic liquids have unique hazards that must be managed appropriately. Oxygen deficiency hazards, thermal burns, embrittlement and over pressurization are some of the hazards cryogenic materials present. This document offers guidelines for the MSU campus community when transporting cryogenic liquids within campus buildings, between buildings and in motor vehicles.
Training:
General:
Transport between buildings:
Transport within vehicles:
Airgas offers cryogen delivery direct to locations throughout campus; please call (517) 321-8035 to arrange for delivery service to your campus location. Airgas will also sell liquid nitrogen to the general public at their facility located at 2140 Mint Road, Lansing, MI 48906-2723. Call (517) 321-8035 for more information.
Telephone the MSU Office of Environmental Health and Safety at 517-355-0153 for more information.
Guideline No. 4, Issue No. 2 Date: 11/13/2017