• Okechukwu Cosmos
• Ogbonna
• F.J.
• Reginald
• C. A.

The use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in Nigeria has grown significantly in recent years due to increasing awareness of the health and environmental hazards associated with traditional biomass fuels. However, the rapid adoption of LPG has not been matched with adequate systems for managing the safety, distribution, and lifecycle of LPG cylinders. This study explores the challenges and proposes strategies for developing an efficient LPG cylinder management system tailored to Nigerian users. Using a mixed-methods approach including surveys, interviews, focus group discussions, and field observations the study identifies key issues such as the circulation of expired or substandard cylinders, low user awareness of safety practices, and weak regulatory enforcement. It also examines institutional gaps in the current LPG supply chain and the lack of a robust tracking and revalidation mechanism. The findings emphasize the urgent need for integrated solutions, including a digital cylinder tracking system, stricter safety inspections, and consumer education initiatives. Additionally, stakeholder collaboration and policy reform are highlighted as essential to enhancing safety, boosting consumer confidence, and ensuring long-term sustainability of LPG usage in Nigeria. The study concludes that a comprehensive and well-regulated cylinder management framework will significantly reduce fire hazards, promote public health, and support the country’s clean energy transition goals.

LPG Cylinder Management, Gas Leakage Prevention, cylinder explosions, fire outbreaks, Occupational Health and Safety.

"OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND LPG CYLINDERS RISK MITIGATION STRATEGIES IN NIGERIA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 4, page no.k590-k603, April-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2504A77.pdf

"OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND LPG CYLINDERS RISK MITIGATION STRATEGIES IN NIGERIA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 4, page no. ppk590-k603, April-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2504A77.pdf