I see no reason a woman can't maneuver a 'K' tank if trained to do it properly. Or anyone else for that matter.
There is no reason to run out of O2 on tanks if you use a manifold with multiple tanks.
I use a block and tackle and sling to lift my tanks into the back of my pickup...no problem.
A hand truck with proper safety chains and secureing fixtures is a very good way to move tanks.
Use the largest tanks you can handle and store to minimize oxy cost.
I use oxycons on my center flame and tanked on my outer and it works well for me. I can also shift the inner to tanks by moving 2 ball valve levers so that is a snap.
I was 70 on Saturday so age is not a factor.
PJH
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