Propane Tank Policies
The gas container, liquefied petroleum system or LP system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. Depending on the tank capacity, the agency needs particular parts. These individual components need to go trough recognized laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval would show that the system parts meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group that dictates how near the propane tank is located to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks containing inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent rules are implemented to make the jobsite really safe for the employees and other individuals who are in the vicinity.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the address, the name, the container supplier, and or the tanks brand name, be marked on the propane container. The container capacity is to be listed with the following information: gallons or pounds of fuel, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Moreover, information about whether or not the container is designed to be installed above ground or underground is also visible. These markings should be on a metal plate attached somewhere visible to the container. OSHA requires that each and every tank must be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors so as to be considered safe and ready to utilize.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
OSHA also regulates any repairs to the LP systems, like welding. The workers performing repairs and the tank owners must understand the regulatory codes and standards that the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any system component that is subject to internal pressure should first follow these fabrication codes. Other welding is just permitted on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.
OSHA has worked hard to make certain that individuals working with lift trucks and individuals working in the vicinity of forklifts are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent training procedures and rules in place so as to make certain that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is very important that companies follow their rules and steep fines can occur if they are not adhered to.