To limit the probability that the combustible materials will be the source of ignition or will contribute to the spread of fire, which could lead to a fire involving the gas cylinders, which could lead to the unwanted release of gas, which could lead to the further spread of fire or impairment of firefighting operations, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
To supersede the separation requirements stated in Sentences 3.2.7.6.(1) and 3.2.7.17.(1) and prohibit the combination of Class 2.3 poisonous, Class 2.4 corrosive or Class 2.2 (5.1) oxidizing gases with any combustible product or combustible dangerous goods in the same room.