2.3.

3 Petroleum Gases
2.3.3.1 Inhalation
Comparatively small quantities of petroleum gas, when inhaled, can
cause symptoms of diminished responsibility and dizziness similar to
intoxication, with headache and irritation of the eyes. The inhalation of an
excessive quantity can be fatal.
These symptoms can occur at concentrations well below the Lower
Flammable Limit. However, petroleum gases vary in their physiological
effects and human tolerance to these effects also varies widely. It should
not be assumed that, because conditions can be tolerated, the gas
concentration is within safe limits.
The smell of petroleum gas mixtures is very variable and in some cases
the gases may dull the sense of smell. The impairment of smell is
especially likely